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NAMI Honors Exemplary Psychiatrists for Inspirational Work in the Mental Health Field

Apr 24, 2014

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will honor 23 doctors as Exemplary Psychiatrists at the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) annual conference in New York City on May 4.

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How You Can Text, Talk and Act for Mental Health

Apr 22, 2014

Participate in a National Dialogue on mental health on your cell phone.

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Understanding What HIPAA Means for Mental Illness

Apr 15, 2014

HIPAA protects the privacy of individual health information. But how does it apply to mental health care? Read More.

NAMI Statement: The Fort Hood Tragedy

Apr 4, 2014

Mary Giliberti, executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has issued the following statement:

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Shared Decision Making: Empowering People Living with Mental Illness

Mar 31, 2014

There isn't always enough time to discuss everything you want when you meet with your doctor. Pat Deegan explains how shared decision making can help.

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NAMI Joins with Saddleback Church and Catholic Diocese to Bring Together Religious Leaders and Health Experts for Mental Health Education—Event Has National Significance

Mar 27, 2014

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today characterized as "nationally significant" the major "Gathering on Mental Health and the Church" being held in Orange County, Calif. on March 28.

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NAMI Calls Mental Health Crisis a “Double Whammy,” Shortages Exist for Both Beds and Services

Mar 26, 2014

Mary Giliberti, executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offered the following statement in conjunction with a House of Representatives oversight hearing titled "Where Have All the Patients Gone? Examining the Psychiatric Bed Shortage."

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Service Dogs Help Veterans Still Battling the Effects of War

Mar 23, 2014

Shepherds for Lost Sheep, a project started by veterans to help their compatriots, uses dogs to help those who are still battling the effects of war.

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Recognizing the Important Role of Social Workers

Mar 21, 2014

March is National Social Work Month. Social workers can be found in many fields and many provide needed help to individuals with mental illness.

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What Does the President’s Budget Mean for Mental Health?

Mar 14, 2014

President Obama's proposed budget for 2015 includes increases for mental illness research and additional funding for early intervention and mental health workforce development.

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