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Medicaid Matters: Lifting a Family from Fear to Hope
Mental health services are under serious threat as Congress considers restructuring Medicaid financing. If the proposed changes pass, millions of Americans will likely face waitlists for mental health services, reduced hours of services, fewer providers and less intensive mental health services.
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Balanced Partnership Raises the Scale of Mental Health Awareness
We are proud to announce our new partnership with lifestyle brand Lokai. Lokai is determined to help NAMI build our movement through raising awareness and supporting the NAMI HelpLine.
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Finding Beauty in the Creative Side of Bipolar Disorder
The idea that bipolar disorder may fuel creativity is fascinating to consider. But regardless of the science or controversy behind this suggestion, being able to see the positive in one’s diagnosis is a gift. -
The Reps are Back in Town: Make Your Voice Heard
As a member of the mental health movement, local town hall meetings are where you can exercise your right as a citizen to speak with your representatives about the importance of quality, affordable mental health coverage. -
Mindful: Exploring Mental Health Through Art
There’s something very powerful about art. It allows the viewer to experience life from different perspectives. With mental health becoming more commonplace in everyday conversation, it’s no surprise that we can experience it within the creative and performing arts community.
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An Answer for Our Toughest Battle of the Day
Getting up each day is just something people do. Even if reluctantly, most people can muster the strength to slip out from under the sheets, put their feet on the floor and stand up. For those of us living with mental illness, getting out of bed is not so simple. -
Strategies of Living Well: Four Secrets in Plain Sight
Psychiatrist, advocate, and author of this blog writes about four foundational "secrets" he believes will help people experiencing mental health conditions. These secrets give people the option to take action while we wait for the scientific discoveries of the future. -
NAMI Announces Legislative Priorities for 2017
NAMI is pleased to announce its legislative priorities for 2017 as part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that policymakers maintain a focus and continue to address the needs of the mental health community. -
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Mental Health Reform is a Law
The work of thousands of NAMI advocates has paid off. Congress heard NAMI’s voice through hundreds of thousands of phone calls, emails and tweets, and they answered. Now, more Americans will have access to the mental health care they need. -
NAMI Celebrates Senate Passage of HR 34
NAMI applauds and celebrates the U.S. Senate’s passage of HR 34, the 21st Century Cures Act, legislation that sets a foundation for improving mental health care for millions of Americans. With the Senate’s passage, HR 34 now goes to President Obama’s desk for final signature into law.
