National Hotline for Mental Health Crises and Suicide Prevention
WEBA 24/7 crisis hotline can be the first line of defense in preventing these tragedies and an essential part of any continuum of care for mental health crises. Since 2004, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Lifeline) has been accessible nationwide by dialing 800-273-TALK (8255). However, a 10-digit number is not always easy to remember ...
NAMI | National Alliance on Mental Illness
WEBNAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We are the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. We are dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Our Alliance includes more than 700 NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates who work in your community to raise awareness and ...
Support Groups - NAMI
WEBNAMI Family Support Group is a support group for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. Groups meet weekly, every other week or monthly, depending on location. Many support groups are virtual and attendance is open to everyone across the country. Find the NAMI Family Support Group nearest you.
Kids, Teens and Young Adults - NAMI
WEBKids, Teens and Young Adults. One of NAMI’s main goals is to ensure that people get help early. Since mental health conditions typically begin during childhood, adolescence or young adulthood, we have compiled essential information and resources intended to help young people get the mental health support they need.
Support & Education - NAMI
WEBMental Health Education. Many NAMI Affiliates offer an array of outstanding peer-led programs that provide free education, skills training and support. Discover which education program is right for you. LEARN MORE. NAMI Basics. NAMI Ending the Silence. NAMI Family-to-Family. NAMI Family & Friends. NAMI Hearts+Minds.
Risk of Suicide - NAMI
WEBResearch has found that 46% of people who die by suicide had a known mental health condition. Several other factors may put a person at risk of suicide, including but not limited to: A family history of suicide. Substance use: Drugs can create mental highs and lows that worsen suicidal thoughts. Intoxication: Analysis from the CDC indicates ...
Mental Health Education - NAMI
WEBNAMI Family-to-Family . NAMI Family-to-Family is a class for families, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. Designated as an evidence-based program by SAMHSA, it facilitates a better understanding of mental health conditions, increases coping skills and empowers participants to become advocates for their family members.
NAMI Connection | NAMI
WEBNAMI Connection. NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who’ve been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because ...
Risperidone (Risperdal) - NAMI
WEBRisperidone is a medication that works in the brain to treat schizophrenia. It is also known as a second-generation antipsychotic (SGA) or atypical antipsychotic. Risperidone rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood, and behavior. Symptoms of schizophrenia include:
Borderline Personality Disorder - NAMI
WEBBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a condition characterized by difficulties regulating emotion. This means that people who experience BPD feel emotions intensely and for extended periods of time, and it is harder for them to return to a stable baseline after an emotionally triggering event. This difficulty can lead to impulsivity, poor ...
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