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1 month ago | 
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They discuss stigma facing those living with eating disorders, barriers to recovery, and what each guest wishes people knew about eating disorders.
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Apr 21, 2024 | 
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October 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week, and we're excited to celebrate! We'll also be honoring World Mental Health Day on October 10. This year, NAMI's highlighting My Mental Health at Work - check out our resources and download graphics to share!
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Apr 20, 2024 | 
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A NAMI-Ipsos poll conducted in January 2024, and focused on full-time workers employed at companies with at least 100 employees, found that most Americans believe it’s appropriate to talk about mental health at work but may not be prepared or feel comfortable to do so. Additionally, the poll found that American employees benefit from having […]
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Apr 19, 2024 | 
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Oct 13, 2023 | 
nami.org | Margot Harris
The day I turned in my master’s thesis, I woke up early. I curled my hair and applied a generous coat of makeup — even making time for contouring and setting spray. I posed for pictures with a school friend; we beamed, holding our freshly printed and bound 100-page documents. Sometimes, I look back at the photos to inspect the scene: I appear comfortable, leaning against the ivy-covered wall at my university, which I chose for its prestige.
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Oct 4, 2023 | 
nami.org | Sarah Ryan
I have been in remission from symptoms of serious mental illness (SMI) for 11 years; however, there was a period of my life that was extremely difficult when my symptoms were severe, involving multiple psychotic breaks. I was filled with heartache and despair, and recovery was uncertain. During the early days of my recovery, I would have benefitted in critical ways from NAMI’s programs, but I didn’t know about them. I wish I had.
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Aug 28, 2023 | 
nami.org | Stephanie Larsen
As summer ends, a mix of emotions can fill households. While some parents eagerly anticipate sending their kids back to school, and some kids look forward to reuniting with friends and teachers, this time of year can also be met with anxiety and frustration.
Common anxiety may manifest in physical complaints, such as headaches and gastrointestinal problems. You may notice your child or teen become more agitated or noncompliant as the school year rapidly approaches.
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Aug 25, 2023 | 
nami.org | Sarah Ryan
When I was in my darkest hour, amid psychotic episodes, there was light pulling me forward. I just knew I had a future ahead of me where I would get married and become a mother. This desire and calling, at times, led me forward and gave me direction into my future.
I have now been in remission from any symptoms of schizophrenia for 11 years. I’ve been married for five years and my son is three years old. Our trio family is happy, content and thriving.
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Aug 9, 2023 | 
nami.org | Sarah Ryan
I have been living in recovery from schizophrenia for 11 years. While I haven’t experienced any symptoms for over a decade, I do not feel like I am the same person I was before my mental illness. This has often bothered me; sometimes, it feels like the only way I can become who I am “meant to be” is if I look backward and compare who I am now to who I was before my diagnosis.
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Aug 7, 2023 | 
nami.org | Katherine Ponte
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), loneliness is defined as the “feeling of being alone, regardless of the amount of social contact.” This is somewhat different than social isolation, which is a lack of social connections — which can lead to loneliness in some people, while others can feel lonely without being socially isolated.”In recent years, this feeling has grown from a stressor to a full-fledged health issue.