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Press And Media

Welcome to the NAMI Newsroom! Every day, the media publishes stories about mental health. As a leading voice in the mental health community, NAMI can help journalists and thought leaders shape their messages by providing knowledgeable spokespeople, statistics and personal stories of people living with mental illness.

 

 

 

NAMI has numerous resources available for the press and media, including:

 

  • Press Releases: Browse through statements and announcements from NAMI about the latest mental health news.
  • Public Service Announcements and Videos: View and download from NAMI’s broadcast-ready video archive of inspirational stories, PSAs, educational shorts and more.
  • Surveys and Reports: Read the latest opinion surveys and policy reports to explore the experiences of individuals, families, caregivers and members of the public on an array of important topics.
  • Infographics and Statistics: Learn the latest information on mental health and download statistics in easily-digestible and readable infographics.
  • Media Partnerships: Learn about NAMI’s partnerships with media outlets and productions.
  • Spokespersons: Lend a voice to your story. From thought leaders to psychiatrists to people with lived experience, NAMI has the right expert for your piece.

Recent Press Release

New NAMI Poll Finds Employees Reluctant to Discuss Their Mental Health at Work

February 27, 2025

Arlington, VA – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released its second annual poll measuring employees’ and managers’ sentiments about mental health at work. The Ipsos-conducted survey of full-time employees at companies with 100+ workers revealed that the workforce values workplace mental health resources and support from leadership, however, individuals often feel as […]

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NAMI Statement on House Budget Resolution Putting Mental Health Care at Risk for Millions

February 26, 2025

Arlington, VA — Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement from Chief Executive Officer Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., following the U.S. House of Representatives advancing a budget resolution that could lead to drastic cuts to Medicaid, putting mental health care at risk for millions of Americans: “The House took the first […]

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NAMI HelpLine Earns International Council for Helplines Accreditation, Reinforcing Commitment to Excellence

February 13, 2025

Arlington, VA — This week, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) announced that the NAMI HelpLine received accreditation from the International Council for Helplines (ICH), highlighting NAMI’s dedication to providing exceptional support, information, and resources to those seeking help. This recognition reinforces the HelpLine’s essential role in supporting individuals navigating mental health challenges across […]

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PRESS CONTACT

Email: media@nami.org

NAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “helpline” to 62640, or chat online. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).