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NAMI to Join MTV Entertainment and Biden–Harris Administration for a Mental Health Youth Action Forum

Oct 12, 2021

Today the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) announced it will be a part of MTV Entertainment Group’s and the Biden-Harris Administration’s Mental Health Youth Action Forum. MTV Entertainment Group is working to engage young people from across the U.S. to employ their creative expertise and direct knowledge of their peers to help drive their communities to take mental health actions.

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Young Adults with Mood Disorders Often Not Receiving Mental Health Care, Survey Finds

Oct 7, 2021

NAMI commissioned this important survey during the pandemic to get a clearer understanding of how different communities are faring. Younger adults (18–34) experience greater concerns about the judgment and stigma they may experience from seeking out treatment. When they do seek out treatment, they have greater difficulty in accessing affordable, professional care. Read More.

NAMI Announces Launch of Updated NAMI Hearts+Minds Program

Oct 6, 2021

NAMI is pleased to announce the launch of the first phase of the updated NAMI Hearts+Minds, a program that educates and empowers individuals to better manage their health, mentally and physically.

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Communities of Color Face Greater Challenges Finding Effective Therapy, National Survey Finds

Oct 5, 2021

The survey sought to better understand the impact of mood disorders, which include common mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder and other kinds of depression. Our survey found that Hispanic and Asian American individuals are facing more significant struggles, including a lack of cultural competency among health care professionals.

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This Mental Illness Awareness Week, NAMI Advocates for Increasing Mental Health Care Access

Oct 4, 2021

This MIAW, NAMI is highlighting our “Together for Mental Health” campaign, which focuses on the importance of improving the mental health care system. Each day throughout the week (Oct. 3 – 9), we will spread awareness about some of the most common barriers to mental health care people with mental illness face.

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NAMI Files Suit Against Mindspring As Part of Ongoing Effort To Protect Brand

Oct 1, 2021

On Oct. 1, 2021, NAMI National filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit against Mindspring Mental Health Alliance Inc.

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NAMI Honors Scientific Researchers at the Inspiring Hope Through Research Virtual Event

Sep 30, 2021

NAMI will celebrate researchers advancing treatment for mental illness at the Inspiring Hope Through Research virtual event on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The 2021 NAMI Scientific Award recipients are Dr. Gail Daumit, MHS, FACP, and Dr. A. Eden Evins, MPH, who will present their findings during the event, which is free and open to the public.

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Register for Live Virtual Town Hall with NAMI and The Steve Fund

Sep 28, 2021

Our panel of experts and advocates will share insights on mental health and mental illnesses in communities of color in the context of structural inequities, the pandemic and the economic crisis.

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NAMI Releases Report on Navigating Health Insurance Following a Suicide Attempt

Sep 15, 2021

NAMI recently released a report to help individuals and families navigate health insurance after a suicide attempt. Deciphering health insurance bills can make this time even more difficult, but there are federal protections in place to ensure that most health insurance plans will pay for medical care resulting from a suicide attempt.

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Register for NAMI Ask the Expert: Suicide Prevention During COVID and Beyond — Science, Grassroots & Solutions

Sep 13, 2021

NAMI Ask the Expert welcomes Dr. Christine Yu Moutier who will discuss several science-informed, evidence-based strategies to reduce suicide risk, both through a public health approach for an entire population as well as clinical interventions for patient care. Read More.

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