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I Thought I Understood My Daughter’s Mental Illness, But I Had No Idea
"Just because we have the same thing doesn’t mean it is the same thing. Everyone’s mental health displays differently." -
Learning My Warning Signs Through Each Stage of My Life
"While I wasn’t diagnosed until adolescence, I’m hopeful that my childhood experiences are useful for other caregivers." -
How to Predict Your Next Bipolar Episode
For people with bipolar disorder, and those in their support network, knowing how to recognize the prodrome is an important part of bipolar management. -
Myths and Facts of Bipolar Disorder
It’s essential to learn what the symptoms look like to reduce stigma and encourage people to seek help. -
A Message for Anyone with a Treatment-Resistant Mental Illness
"Whatever you do, don't settle, and don’t give up. Never accept that there is no solution or hope for treating your mental illness." -
Redefining My Normal After My Diagnosis
"I’ve built a new identity, one less concerned with the concrete trappings of success." -
How Understanding My OCD Helped Me Manage It
"Once I was able to better understand OCD, it became clear how my symptoms fit — and it was a relief to fit somewhere." -
Three Psychiatric Facilities in Seven Weeks
"I know that going to a good facility makes all the difference in recovery." -
Podcasts Featuring Three Unique Perspectives on Serious Mental Illness Released in Partnership with APA’s SMI Adviser
NAMI has partnered with the APA’s SMI Adviser program to produce the Medical Mind Podcast series featuring NAMI Chief Medical Officer Ken Duckworth in conversations centered around experiences with bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder and early psychosis.