Developed by NAMI and the Legal Action Center, the report offers practical guidance to help states prevent coverage losses ...

When experiencing long-term stress, your brain is exposed to increased levels of a hormone called cortisol. This exposure weakens your immune system, making it easier for you to get sick. Stress can ...

NAMI announces the release of “Meet Little Monster,” a mental health coloring and activity book created for young children as a tool for them to express and explore their feelings in a fun, creative ...

What Is Mania, and What Does It Mean to Have a Manic Episode? Here’s What Experts Say Posted on June 28, 2021 The terms "mania" and "manic episode" describe a state of mind characterized by high ...

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A trigger, sometimes referred to as a stressor, is an action or situation that can lead to an adverse emotional reaction. In the context of mental illness, referring to triggers usually means ...

Most of us have heard the saying: “Cleanliness is next to Godliness.” This old-fashioned mantra reinforces a long-held, misguided belief: that being “unclean” equates to laziness and moral ineptitude.

What you need to know about the cost and accessibility of mental health care in America Posted on May 10, 2021 As challenges like Covid-19 and the reckoning on racism continue to take a toll on ...

In my children’s book about mental health awareness, Binky Bunny Wants to Know about Bipolar, Binky Bunny sees Mama Bunny sleeping a lot and wonders why she won’t wake up and play with him. When he ...

Many people can experience feelings of anxiety or depression during the holiday season. People who already live with a mental health condition should take extra care to tend to their overall health ...

Arlington, VA — This May for Mental Health Month, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is raising awareness and highlighting that no one experiencing a mental health condition should feel ...