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A Letter to Journalists About Mental Health Stigma
Due to the pressures of today's 24-hour news cycle, media outlets frequently rush to ill-informed conclusions. Often, those conclusions feed harmful mental illness stigma. -
Do You Know the Layers of Self-Advocacy?
Mental illness can damage self-esteem, but when we advocate for ourselves, we are able to repair some of that damage. This Mental Illness Awareness Week, learn how you can be a better self-advocate. -
National Wellness Week is Here!
As part of SAMHSA’s National Recovery Month, National Wellness Week is celebrated annually during the third week of September.
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Suicide Rate Correlations You May Not Have Known About
90% of children and adolescents who die by suicide live with a mental health condition. But have you ever thought about other possible factors that could lead to suicide? -
Why Mental Illness Stigma is Lethal
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among people 25-34 years of age. It is the third leading cause of death for people 15-24 years old. That is far too significant a number for parents to ignore. -
What You Need to Know About “Smiling Depression”
“Oftentimes, I am the only person in this individual’s immediate circle who is aware of how he or she is feeling on the inside,” said a licensed psychologist. -
New Film Shows the Impact of Community During Recovery
Community can make all the difference when someone living with a mental health condition is on the path to recovery. This idea is the central theme of the new documentary, Hollywood Beauty Salon. -
NAMI Partners with Beacon Bike Ride
The Beacon Bike Ride is a 2,000 mile ride from Boston to Miami that aims to raise awareness and reduce mental health stigma. -
Happy Anniversary to the ADA!
It's been 26 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. NAMI is using this occasion to reflect on the ADA's victories and also remember all that we have left to do in order to achieve the law's ultimate vision. -
Enhancing Wellbeing in the Face of Traumatic Media Exposure
The endless cycle of tragic news stories impacts us all and could even be considered traumatic. Here are suggestions on how to cope, now that we face violence and hatred on such a consistent basis.