Using Health Insurance for the First Time Health insurance can seem like a real mystery. There are different types of plans and many ways to receive insurance. Additionally, plans are regulated in different ways, including public insurance plans, which are run by the federal government, and private insurance plans that are mostly regulated by states. […]
NAMI TraumaInSight Online Trauma Awareness Training for Educators and Youth-Serving Professionals NAMI TraumaInSight is a virtual training that covers the principles of trauma awareness. When working with youth and young adults, using trauma-informed practices creates safe and secure environments for them. This course is designed for youth-serving professionals, can be completed in three hours, and […]
Youth and Young Adult Resources More Support for the Childhood, Adolscent, and Young Adulthood Phases On this page, you will find additional information intended to help provide young people, educators, parents, and caregivers with the resources they need. From a free downloadable coloring and activity book to a teen mental heath education presentation, to a […]
Mental Health in College Beginning college is an exciting time, but it���s also a time of greater independence and responsibility. This is true whether you are attending a local college or moving away from home. This transition can be intimidating, especially if other people in your family have not attended college; if you���re a member […]
How to Disclose Your Mental Health Condition We constantly make decisions about what personal information to share with others. When it comes to disclosing the details of our mental health, there is no one ���right��� way to share. Some people can express their thoughts and feelings easily, while others take more time to open up […]
How to Seek Help A great first step to improving your mental health is to practice self-care and engage in ���de-stressing��� activities such as exercise, meditation, or journaling. If self-care and stress-reduction steps don���t help and you are experiencing significant distress, emotional pain, or disruptions to your daily functioning ��� or if you are concerned […]
Do I Have a Mental Health Condition? The brain controls all our bodily functions including breathing, speech, movement, heart rate, body temperature, and senses. It also controls our cognitive functioning ��� emotions, feelings, patterns of thinking, and behaviors. These functions can all be negatively impacted by mental health conditions. Treat Your Mental Health Like You […]
Young Adults Young adulthood is a time of significant personal growth and change. During the period between the ages of 18 and 25, you might be continuing your education, starting a career, beginning to explore serious relationships, and becoming more independent from your family. The changes and decisions that often define this period of life […]
How to Talk to My Friends Some of us are open and honest with our close friends about our challenges and feelings, and some of us are more private. There is no ���right��� way to share what you���re going through ��� every friendship or relationship is different. Sharing more about your personal life may help […]
What You Need to Know About Youth Suicide Suicidal thoughts are common among youth and young adults. Find local support Connect with a NAMI chapter near you In need of help or support? NAMI has a helpline specifically for teens and young adults. Get immediate support by calling, texting or emailing. In fact, about 12% of young […]
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