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New Semester, New NAMI on Campus Clubs

Jan 26, 2013

As winter break ends and college classes start again, many students are realizing the importance of mental health and creating clubs to raise awareness and bring support.

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Suicide Still Major Concern For Teens Even after Treatment, Study Finds

Jan 23, 2013

Even after receiving treatment, suicide remains a risk for teens with mental illness. Does this mean current mental health treatments for adolescents need an overhaul?

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Less Sunlight Means More Blues for Some

Jan 22, 2013

During the winter, an increased number of people report feeling depressed. The changes in mood are a result of seasonal affective disorder and can be treated.

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NAMI Statement: The President’s Mental Health Proposals

Jan 16, 2013

Michael J. Fitzpatrick, executive director of NAMI issued the following statement about President Obama’s “Plan to Protect Children and Communities from Gun Violence,” released today.

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NAMI Statement: The President’s Mental Health Proposals

Jan 13, 2013

 Michael J. Fitzpatrick, executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) issued the following statement about President Obama’s “Plan to Protect Children and Communities from Gun Violence,” released today: Read More.

Stress and the Brain: Neuroimaging and Hope for New Treatments

Jan 11, 2013

Understanding neural pathways in the brain may help reduce the symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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NAMI Executive Director Michael Fitzpatrick to Step Down at End of 2013

Jan 7, 2013

The Board of Directors of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) announced today that Executive Director Michael Fitzpatrick chose not to renew his contract which expired in December.

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Newtown Tragedy: NAMI Condemns NRA Position as “Outrageous and Wrong”

Dec 21, 2012

 Michael J. Fitzpatrick , executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has issued the following statement:

"The National Rifle Association (NRA) response to last week's tragedy in Newtown Connecticut -- in which 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School were killed -- is outrageous and wrong.

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NAMI Fact Sheet: After the Newtown Tragedy, Parents are Asking What to Do When a Child Has a Mental Illness

Dec 20, 2012

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released a new fact sheet, What Families Can Do When a Child May Have a Mental Illness. Read More.

The Sandy Hook Elementary School Tragedy; NAMI Statement Includes Trauma Resources

Dec 14, 2012

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has issued the following statement which includes recommended links to trauma resources for families:

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