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Speaking with Former Surgeon General David Satcher, a Leader in Mental Health

Feb 3, 2014

Nearly 15 years after his landmark report on mental health, Dr. Satcher's work continues to have an impact on the country's mental health.

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Ask a Cop: What Should I Say When I Call 911 for a Loved One?

Jan 31, 2014

No one wants to experience a crisis, but it's important to be prepared if one does happen.

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Ask the Doctor: Living Well with Bipolar Disorder

Jan 30, 2014

Dr. Nierenberg joined NAMI's medical director Ken Duckworth to look at the combination of factors that help ensure wellness.

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Federal Proposal to Limit Access to Psychiatric Medications Causes Concern

Jan 14, 2014

Proposed alterations to Medicare Part D could mean changes in the availability of medication for individuals with mental illness.

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Let’s Talk about Cats and Mental Illness

Jan 9, 2014

What do we make about the connection between cat bites and the risk of depression?

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Tune-in to Hear Why It’s Time to Take Action on Children’s Mental Health

Jan 1, 2014

Half of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, with one in five children affected by mental illness and often not getting treatment for years. To help children and their families, schools and communities, the Cigna Foundation is sponsoring and co-hosting a forum and webcast today with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The forum will provide steps that teachers, parents and health care professionals can take to address the growing mental health crisis among youth

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Mental Illness: NAMI Report Deplores 80 Percent Unemployment Rate; State Rates and Ranks Listed—Model Legislation Proposed

Jan 1, 2014

One of the best steps in recovery from mental illness is a job, but the national unemployment rate for individuals receiving public mental health services is approximately 80 percent, according to a report issued by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

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NAMI Homefront; New Education Program for Military/Veteran Families

Dec 18, 2013

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is launching a new program to provide education and support to families of Military Service Members and Veterans affected by major mental health conditions. Read More.

A CNN Story: It’s about NAMI, So Listen Up!

Dec 17, 2013

Recently unveiled by CNN is the powerful story of Stephanie Escamilla, her son “Daniel” and his experience living with mental illness.

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New Studies Highlight Trends in Child and Youth Mental Health

Dec 11, 2013

Two reports released in recent weeks provide updated views of mental health trends among children and youth.

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