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Come join NAMIWalks and advocate for mental health. Across the country, we will be walking, dancing and making connections, all in the spirit of reducing the stigma surrounding mental health! Learn more at namiwalks.org #Together4MH
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Let's debunk some myths surrounding suicide
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What do you wish you'd known about therapy before starting? #MentalllnessAwarenessWeek #MIAW #Together4MH
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Read our latest blog post "What I Wish I’d Known About Therapy: How to Use CBT and DBT."
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In this weeks episode of #HopeStartsWithUs, I spoke to Dr. Ken Duckworth & 3 guests whose stories are featured in NAMI's new book, & George Kaufmann
🎧 Listen now: hopestartswithus.buzzsprout.com/2001913/114412 #YouAreNotAlone #MIAW22
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"I just hope more women – and those around them – will ask for help when they realize things are wrong."
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We are currently recruiting volunteer specialists for our NAMI HelpLine to connect individuals and families with essential mental health resources and services. Learn more about how you can apply. NAMI.org/volunteer
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Learn what bipolar schizoaffective disorder is and how to find treatment options.
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Read our latest blog post " What I Wish I’d Known About Medication: Debunking Myths About Antipsychotics." #Together4MH
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"Real people sharing their stories to help other people." - Dr. Ken Duckworth speaking about our book " You Are Not Alone."
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To learn more about the book visit nami.org/notalonebook
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What do you wish you'd known about taking medication for your mental health? #MentalllnessAwarenessWeek #MIAW #Together4MH
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Read our latest blog post "What I Wish I Had Known About Stigma: I Don’t Want to be “Normal."
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"I am such an advocate for sharing stories, for being visible, because I think that when we share our stories we are able to not only heal ourselves but heal the community."
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We are thrilled to announce Darcy Gruttadaro, J.D. has joined NAMI's executive leadership team as Chief Innovation Officer!
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What is the one thing you wished people understood about stigma? #MentalllnessAwarenessWeek #MIAW #Together4MH
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What advice would you give someone experiencing depression for the first time? #MentalHealthMonday #MentalllnessAwarenessWeek
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"By removing the stigma & increasing an understanding of mental illness, we can come together in support of each other & change lives for the better." - NAMI CEO
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10 facts about bipolar disorder to be aware of.
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Our Dr. Ken Duckworth spoke with to discuss how to make sure you have the right diagnosis, receive the right medications for you, and assist in your own recovery outside of therapy. Listen to the entire episode: bit.ly/3RqbOcF
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"Effectively addressing LGBTQ+ mental health disparities will require our society—including friends and family and medical providers—to affirm, accept and respect the LGBTQ+ community." #LGBTHistoryMonth
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"I think men or boys hear the word 'vulnerable' and they look at it as weakness. Whereas pinpointing what’s bothering you, and where anxiety lies, can actually be a superpower." -
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Are you joining us? This fall, NAMIWalks participants from coast to coast will come together to promote mental health awareness, raise funds and strengthen our community. Learn more: namiwalks.org #Together4MH
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"Seeking help is not for the weak; rather, it is for the brave." #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Read our latest blog post, "Ageism, Mental Health and Suicide Risk in Older Men."
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Todd Lynch, first responder, shares his story of living with Bipolar, Generalized Anxiety and Substance Use Disorders, as well as living and working with PTSD. #SPM22
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Your mental health tool kit includes the people and community you choose. If you're looking for support near you, your local NAMI would be a great resource. Find yours here: nami.org/findsupport
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Tips on how to find a culturally competent therapist focused on the Latinx/Hispanic community. For additional resources, visit nami.org/Hispanic-Latinx #HispanicHeritageMonth
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"While the funding represents a ten-fold increase from past investments, the need that currently exists is 'unprecedented.'" - Hannah Wesolowski, our Chief Advocacy Officer
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Read our latest personal story "Surviving Suicide Loss And Weathering Stigma." #SPM22
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We are thrilled to announce a $30 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. This is the largest contribution to NAMI in the organization’s history.
Learn more: bit.ly/3rghQSn
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5 tips to make the work week less exhausting - what other tips would you add?
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"The more I work on reminding myself of my values and connecting with my authentic self, the more I feel secure in who I am."
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Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ken Duckworth, sat down with for his podcast to discuss our new book "You Are Not Alone," his background, and why people with lived experience are experts too.
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10 things teens would like their parents to understand regarding eating disorders.
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Learn what bipolar disorder is, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. To learn more, visit nami.org/bipolar
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No one is perfect, but everyone deserves love.
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