Tag: mental illness
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NAMI NJ’s first executive director turned volunteer organization into largest grassroots effort to improve the lives of those with mental illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of New Jersey (NAMI NJ) shared the passing of Sylvia Axelrod, the organization’s first executive director, who took NAMI NJ from a volunteer organization to New Jersey’s largest grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of those living with mental illness. Highlights of Axelrod’s accomplishments over her more than…
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Invisible Pain Day will address stigma of mental illness
Gov. Phil Murphy issued a proclamation designating Jan. 7 as Invisible Pain Day, honoring those who lost their battle to mental illness and calling on local communities to work together in eradicating the stigma and raising awareness of mental illness. Due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases and increased risks of virus exposure, the Invisible…
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HEALTH MATTERS 1/15: Telehealth Helps Individuals with Mental Health Disorders Stay Connected
By Jody Kashden, Ph.D. For people living with mental health disorders, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented a unique set of challenges. Not only has the pandemic exacerbated feelings of fear and anxiety, but it also has disrupted how individuals connect with each other, including with their therapist. Maintaining a human connection, however, is critical to…
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Mental Illness Awareness Week has special focus on those coping with effects of COVID-19
Monday, Oct. 4 marks the beginning of Mental Illness Awareness Week, and this annual event couldn’t have come at a more crucial time for our country, as millions struggle to cope with depression and anxiety as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the week, we at SERV Behavioral Health System, Inc. are joining with…
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Mental Illness Awareness Week 2020: What people with mental illness want you to know
The theme of this year’s Mental Illness Awareness Week is “What People with Mental Illness Want You to Know.” Throughout the week, NAMI NJ (National Alliance on Mental Illness) will be raising the voices of those with lived experience to talk about some of the conditions and symptoms that are most misunderstood. Mental Illness Awareness Week…
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Family whose son died by suicide expresses importance of asking for help
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Kenny Baker was 14 when he was diagnosed with severe depression and anxiety, and began having suicidal thoughts. As he struggled for three years, Kenny told his friends he had mononucleosis, afraid he would face judgment and criticism for his mental health issues. “Not only did Kenny have to wake up every…
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SAMHAJ to hold mental illness support group meetings geared toward South Asians
Anyone dealing with stress, anxiety and other psycho-social issues can join online support groups through SAMHAJ (South Asian Mental Health Awareness in Jersey). SAMHAJ is an awareness and education program of NAMI NJ (National Alliance on Mental Illness). The mission is to provide support, education and advocacy for South Asian American individuals and families…
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School personnel can register for two-hour training on how to understand children with biologically-based mental illnesses
The “Educating the Educators” (ETE) program is an initiative developed by NAMI NJ (National Alliance on Mental Illness, New Jersey chapter) and reviewed by New Jersey Psychiatric Association (NJPA) and the New Jersey Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (NJCCAP) to help K-12 educators understand children and youth with biologically-based mental illnesses. ETE, copyrighted by…
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NAMIWalks NJ to hold virtual rally on June 13
NAMIWalks New Jersey will hold a virtual rally from 1-2 p.m. June 13 via Zoom. Learn the importance of walking in support of the National Alliance on Mental Illness and how to get involved. The walk is currently scheduled for Sept. 26, both in Seaside Park and virtually. To join, visit https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mLzbk7hWRJKPSyMnWRvMtw
