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The Most Surprising Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder in Men
An unstable sense of self, anger, aggression, self-harm, and substance abuse are common symptoms for men with borderline personality disorder (BPD). “It’s important for people to know that it’s a condition that’s diagnosed in men,” says Christine Crawford, M.D., M.P.H., associate medical director at the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). However, she says men […] -
Helping Children Thrive: Strategies to Support Children’s Mental Health
NAMI Chief Medical Officer, Ken Duckworth hosts this webinar focusing on the impact of mental health issues among children and adolescents. -
NAMI and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Forge Alliance to Promote Mental Health Awareness
NAMI’s Third Partnership with a Divine Nine Organization Arlington, VA — Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, one of the nation’s leading African American sororities and The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the largest grassroots mental health organization are announcing a historic partnership to advance mental health awareness and support in the Black community as […] -
NAMI Welcomes Mike Wood as Chief Operating Officer
Arlington, VA — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is pleased to announce that Mike Wood has joined the organization as its new Chief Operating Officer. This appointment comes as part of NAMI’s continued focus on enhancing its operational excellence and achieving its long-term goals in alignment with its strategic plan. “Mike’s expertise in […] -
What Does It Mean to Get the Holiday Blues?
The holiday season can lead us to conjure up unreasonable expectations and extra stress if you try to make every aspect of the season picture-perfect, says Ken Duckworth, MD, the chief medical officer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness. -
Is it anxiety or something else? What women should know.
Anxiety can also present with physical symptoms including diarrhea, numbness or tingling, muscle tension, a racing heart, lightheadedness and migraines, all of which can also be symptoms of other medical conditions. There are also cultural and social forces at play, said Christine Crawford, an assistant professor of psychiatry at Boston University and associate medical director […] -
Understanding and Supporting Children’s Mental Health with Christine M. Crawford
In a discussion with Clint Mally on the Treatable podcast, Dr. Christine M. Crawford, Associate Medical Director at NAMI, shares invaluable insights on recognizing signs of mental health challenges in children and adolescents, the importance of early intervention, and effective communication strategies to help kids feel understood and supported. -
New Mental Health Resource for Educators in College Guide
Since 2022, the Mental Health College Guide has helped more than 50,000 young adults navigate their college years. College life is about more than taking classes; it’s a time of transition, when young adults branch out into new support systems and become independent. Created in partnership with The Jed Foundation, the College Guide is a […] -
NAMI Applauds FCC Vote to Require Georouting of 988 Calls
Arlington, VA – Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement from Chief Advocacy Officer Hannah Wesolowski following the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) decision to require all wireless carriers to implement georouting for calls to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:: “Every person experiencing a mental health crisis deserves to be […] -
Helping Kids With Anxiety: What to Do and Not Do
“It’s helpful for us to know that any sort of change – a transition or stressor – could lead to kids exhibiting some symptoms of anxiety,” says Dr. Christine Crawford, Associate Medical Director at NAMI. She cites starting a new school, transitioning into a new grade, moving to a new community, a death in the […]