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Determining The Credibility of Social Media Mental Health “Experts”
It’s important to distinguish between peer support and information from the care of licensed practitioners. -
Addressing Youth Mental Health in NAMI’s Next Book
In recent years, youth mental health has emerged as a topic of urgent importance. -
My Son is a Missing Person
My son has taught me a painful lesson: to accept the things I cannot change. -
Preventing a Generation from Struggling in Silence
If we fail to teach the younger generations about mental health, they may struggle alone rather than talk to people who can help them. They may feel ashamed for what they experience rather than know it’s not their fault. They may even take their lives. -
Building Bonds Behind Bars with NAMI Peer-to-Peer
"I was inside the Iowa Correctional Institution for Women to co-lead a three-day NAMI Peer-to-Peer training. Knowing that I could leave didn’t help; I still felt trapped when I heard all those doors lock behind me." -
Mental Health Conditions are Legitimate Health Conditions
It's widely accepted that if you have a health problem, you would see a medical professional who specializes in that problem’s proper treatment. But if you're faced with a mental health problem, is your first instinct to see a mental health professional? Society has taught many of us to answer no. -
The Best Movies About Mental Health
Looking for movies to watch about mental health? Here are a few modern movies that accurately depict characters living with mental health struggles. -
Sometimes All You Need is a Bit of Air
NAMI AIR (Anonymous. Inspiring. Relatable.) is an easy and free mobile app designed to support individuals living with a mental health condition(s) and caregivers/family members who wish to connect with and inspire others by sharing their mental health experiences. -
Giving HUGS That Last Longer Than a Moment
One of the winners of last year's Connect4MentalHealth Innovation Awards, NAMI Collier County, shares the success they've had with their HUGS program.