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From NAMI BlogsBy Jessie Yu | May 01, 2019 In recent years, mental illness has become a popular topic of discussion in various forms of mass media. As Western society has worked to break down barriers surrounding taboo subjects, we have challenged the stigma surrounding mental illness. This is undeniably a positive thing—stigma is one of the primary barriers preventing people with mental illness from seeking professional help.  However, this spread of recognition is introducing a new set of problems that need to be confronted before they get out of hand: mental illness is…

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Check out a couple of photos from our NAMI in the Lobby table at Aurora Charter Oak Hospital!

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Photos from a recent In Our Own Voice presentation hosted by LaDonya Milner. Also pictured: Alayah McQueen of Roosevelt Elementary School, and guest speakers Kimberly and Gilbert.

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From NAMI Blogs By Sue Abderholden | Mar. 07, 2019 At NAMI, we seek to improve the lives of those with mental illnesses and their families. We do this through education, support and advocacy. Part of advocacy is changing laws, and also public attitudes. Every civil and human rights movement has had to do both to make progress. The mental health movement has increasingly used the word “stigma” to describe the negative public attitudes towards people with mental illnesses. It’s short and easy to say. By definition, it’s a mark of disgrace, a…

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From NAMI Blogs By Jenny Marie | Feb. 27, 2019 As a mother of two Millennials, I’ve noticed differences between their generation and mine. Like how they prefer to spend money on travel, amazing food and experiences rather than physical things like homes and cars. These aren’t negative qualities—just different. There is one difference I’ve noticed that is extremely positive: how they view mental health. I recently had a conversation with my oldest daughter, Mackenzie, who struggles with anxiety. “Mom, you wouldn’t believe how many people my age talk about mental health,” she…

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The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) announces a mini grant opportunity to engage communities and promote health and well-being with a focus on Mental Health Awareness Month in May. The deadline to apply is April 5th, 2019. LACDMH — through its Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funding and in collaboration with CalMHSA — will award grants of up to $5,000 for activities that engage communities by fostering connections between individuals and organizations to help enhance mental wellbeing.Community Engagement Grants are intended to: 1) Create civic opportunities that promote interconnectedness…

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Registration is now open for the following sessions*: Eastern, Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM EST, Starting April 15 Pacific Day, Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST, Starting April 17 Central, Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM CST, Starting April 17 Mountain, Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM MST, Starting April 18 *Please note the time zone listed for each class time   NAMI Homefront is a free, 6-session program for family, friends and significant others of military Service Members and Veterans. The class helps families understand what the Service Member/ Veteran is…

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Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Sponsors WE RISE Poetry Contest to Build Connection and Community Through Art In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) is sponsoring the WE RISE Poetry Contest, which is seeking creative, original poems that address mental health and well-being. The entries will be judged on poetic merit by a panel of poets and peers. Awardees will be invited to a We Rise 2019 reception taking place in Downtown Los Angeles in May. For…

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