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Addressing the Lack of Diversity in the Mental Health Field
What if the barriers to care that underserved groups experience is due to a lack of providers who POC can identify with and trust? -
Navigating Depression and Psychosis: The Experience We Rarely Talk About
Learning to trust my doctor and working with her to find the right treatment plan has been key to my recovery. -
NAMI Basics Education Program Shows Positive Effects in Recent Study
A recent study by researchers at the University of Texas at Austin has put the power of evidence behind the NAMI Basics Education Program. NAMI Basics participants reported significant increases in parent engagement and activation, as well as intentions to engage with mental health services. -
Recent Changes May Affect Access to an Important Medication
It’s critical to ensure access to this lifesaving medication for those who need it. -
NAMI Poll: Parents Want Mental Health Education in Schools, Mental Health Days Off for Students
NAMI’s poll finds that parents are deeply concerned about their children’s mental health and, importantly, understand the value of mental health awareness and treatment. We encourage parents to seek help for their children if they see signs that concern them. -
How to Prepare for Your Psychiatric Appointment
A little preparation before your appointment can go a long way. -
Why Self Care Is Crucial for Mental Health Care Professionals
Sometimes, we catch ourselves asking how we can be in the position to help others while facing our own struggles.
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Understanding and Addressing the Ambiguity in Psychiatry
It’s important for people seeking treatment to be aware of the challenges they may face. -
Discrimination in Academia
I want to see a future in which anyone with mental illness can receive an education with the support and accommodations they need.