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The National Dialogue: NAMI Minnesota Talks with President Obama
Sue Abderholden, executive director of NAMI Minnesota, and others met with President Barack Obama this month to discuss how to improve mental health in the U.S. -
Hockey Talks: Will the Rest of the NHL Listen?
During the month of February, the seven Canadian NHL teams will take part in a campaign to raise awareness for mental health. -
Fifty Years Ago, John F. Kennedy Called on Congress to Improve Mental Health
In a special message to Congress in 1963, President John F. Kennedy stated his wishes to improve the mental health system of the U.S. Today, President Barack Obama does the same. -
New Semester, New NAMI on Campus Clubs
As winter break ends and college classes start again, many students are realizing the importance of mental health and creating clubs to raise awareness and bring support. -
Less Sunlight Means More Blues for Some
During the winter, an increased number of people report feeling depressed. The changes in mood are a result of seasonal affective disorder and can be treated. -
NAMI Statement: The President’s Mental Health Proposals
Michael J. Fitzpatrick, executive director of NAMI issued the following statement about President Obama’s “Plan to Protect Children and Communities from Gun Violence,” released today. -
My Life Changing Experience with NAMI’s Family-to-Family
During the holiday season, you sometimes receive an unexpected gift from an unlikely source. -
The Fiscal Cliff: What Does It Mean for Americans with Mental Illness?
Some call it a fiscal cliff, others call it an obstacle course. Whatever term you choose, our nation is facing an economic crisis. -
Depression during the Holidays: Helping Family Members
If your family is as far-flung as mine, the holiday season may be one of the few times of the year you’ll see some relatives. -
Making a Difference with Just a Phone Call
This spring, after several of my close friends and family reached out to share the news that Mike Wallace, the legendary investigative journalist and “60 Minutes” anchor, had died, I sat down and had a good cry as if I had lost a favorite uncle.