In advanced countries, mental illness is a leading cause of suffering. The World Health Organization’s 2008 study showed that mental illness accounted for approximately forty percent of all illness while stroke, cancer, heart disease, lung disease, and diabetes each accounted for less than twenty percent.
Read More“One of the real strengths of The Bandana Project is it provides tangible resources for students that want to be supportive of their peers,” Donovan said. “It’s a visible denouncement of stigma and a sign of solidarity among students.”
Read MoreFifty-five of 72 Wisconsin counties face a “significant shortage” of psychiatrists and 20 have no practicing psychiatrists at all.
Read MoreIn this three-part docuseries, NAMI explores unique perspectives on mental health from the African-American and Latino communities.
Read MoreWhen a person is in distress, their peers are often the first contact. The positive consequences of effective peer support cannot be over-looked.
Read MoreI want the world to take note that we cannot afford to lose people like Sadie. I want society to stand up and say “this is unacceptable”. We can do this through our NAMI walks.
Read MoreIt can be intimidating talking to someone who is going through a mental health crisis or seriously considering suicide. However, sometimes all a person needs in that situation is one person being there, helping them access the help they need. You can be that person.
Read MoreLogic's “1-800-273-8255” is named in reference to the phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, acknowledging what so many are afraid to: that suicide is a serious problem and one that needs to be talked about.
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