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Stigma-Busting Within the African American Community
As Miss International 2015 and a national ambassador for NAMI, Elise Banks has spent the last year breaking the stigma associated with mental illness. In this blog, she focuses on stigma within the African American community. -
On Being Awarded the NAMI 2016 Outstanding Member
One person has the ability to make a significant impact. This year, NAMI awarded the Outstanding Member Award to Toni Hoy for her tenacity in advocating for change.
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A Letter to My Colleagues about My Mental Illness
Following a psychotic break, Danei struggled with reentering the workforce. She wanted to be open with her colleagues, but knew the stigma she was up against.
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Compartiendo Esperanza: Sharing Hope with Our Latino Community
For Latinos, it can be difficult to talk about mental health. Many have multiple jobs—making physical health a priority, and mental health a luxury. -
Promoting Mental Health at 30,000 Feet
A flight attendant surprised her passengers by proudly promoting NAMI’s mission and sharing her experience with mental illness over the in-flight intercom. -
Acknowledging the Importance of Minority Mental Health Month
This month allows us to acknowledge and begin to alleviate the inequalities that exist in our national mental health care system. -
NAMI Launches Stigmafree Company Partnership
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) launched Stigmafree Company, a new initiative that will challenge, highlight and cultivate a company culture of caring and enhanced engagement around mental health. An initial group of seven companies have joined as partners including Coty, EY, FOX Sports, Kenneth Cole Productions, Participant Media, Philosophy, and Wear Your Label. -
Tips for Adult Smokers with Mental Illness
Smokers with mental illness face many challenges when attempting to quit. Learn about those challenges—and how to overcome them—here. -
Keep The Fireworks Going
Call your member of Congress and urge him or her to vote yes and take a strong step toward better mental health care.
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Not Just a Childhood Disorder: How ADHD Affects Adults
It’s a common misconception that ADHD is only a childhood condition and does not affect individuals after adolescence.