Mental health: Everyone Has It – Do YOU?
July is minority mental health month If you are concerned about your mental health, call 1-800-273-TALK or your nearest crisis line. Help is available! Did you know that Suicide is the 8th leading...
View ArticleMyths about mental illness
There are many myths about mental illness. Sadly, these myths (and the stigma resulting from these myths) are often the primary reason why a person doesn’t seek help. A common myth is that mental...
View ArticleRecovery month: learn the facts
By learning about behavioral health and spreading the word that prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover, you can help persons with substance use and mental health challenges get...
View ArticleFirst Step to Recovery
Anyone with a mental or substance use disorder might find it challenging taking the first step toward recovery. Knowing some of the signs and symptoms of these conditions can help in finding help and...
View ArticleGo Green!
In honor of Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) you can help shine a light on mental illness in your home, online or in your community. This year the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is...
View ArticleEarly identification and treatment key to recovery
A mental illness is a medical condition that often makes it hard to cope with the demands of ordinary life. It can affect: Thinking Feeling Mood Ability to relate to others Daily functioning Serious...
View ArticleSubstance Use in America
Substance use has a huge impact on the health and well-being of our nation: Roughly 10 million people between 12 and 20 report drinking alcohol during the past month. That’s more people than live in...
View ArticleWalk for Mental Illness at Capitol Grounds
Put on your green this year and hit the road! Join the 2014 NAMIWalks Valley Walk on October 18 at the Arizona State Capitol Grounds. Register online HERE. It’s free and for the whole family!
View ArticleBullying Awareness Week November 16-22
November 16-22 is Bullying Awareness week – an opportunity for anyone in communities around the world to work together on preventing bullying through education and awareness. This year’s theme is...
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