Obesity is a common problem in society at large, but is seen at higher rates among persons living with mental disorders. The ...

Our award-winning NAMIWalks program is the largest, most vibrant mental health event series in the country. Taking place in more than 150 locations, NAMIWalks invites supporters to share their stores, ...

In this 2-part podcast series, NAMI Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ken Duckworth guides discussions on bipolar disorder that offer insights from individuals, family members and mental health professionals.

People often keep it a secret, but the urge to self-harm isn’t uncommon, especially in adolescents and young adults. Many overcome it with treatment. Whether a person has recently started hurting ...

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NAMI publishes reports on critical, emerging issues to help inform the public about the importance of effective mental health policy. NAMI 2023 State Legislation Issue Brief Series: Trends in State ...

Our culture, beliefs, sexual identity, values, race and language all affect how we perceive and experience mental health conditions. In fact, cultural differences can influence what treatments, coping ...

We all experience anxiety. For example, speaking in front of a group can make us anxious, but that anxiety also motivates us to prepare and practice. Driving in heavy traffic is another common source ...

Thoughts of suicide can be frightening. But by reaching out for help or checking in with family and friends, we can avoid devastating outcomes. According to the CDC and NIMH, nearly 46,000 lives were ...

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) with Peripartum Onset (also known as postpartum depression) is different than a temporary mood disturbance after childbirth. Up to 6% of women will experience a major ...

NAMI’s partnership program comprises an array of opportunities for engagement and is customized for the individual brand, company, organization, foundation or celebrity influencer. Our partnerships ...

Across the country, thousands of trained NAMI volunteers bring peer-led programs to a wide variety of community settings, from churches to schools to NAMI Affiliates. With the unique understanding of ...