National Alliance on Mental Illness

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The nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to those living with mental illness.

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National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 8h

Don't forget! Celebrate #DigitalRelaxationDay with us this Saturday, Aug. 15, by putting your screens away and checking in with the world around you. ❌💻 Whether you spend the time enjoying a peaceful afternoon with a good book or outside connecting with friends, take this opportunity to relax. 💚

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 3d

On Aug. 15, NAMI is celebrating #NationalRelaxationDay with a Digital Relaxation Day, and we're inviting you to join us. Choose a block of time that works for you, put your devices aside and spend that time doing something that helps you relax, recharge or reconnect. #DigitalRelaxationDay

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 5d

Discover helps young children recognize emotions, express feelings, and build healthy coping skills. Download free K–2 activities: nami.org/MeInMind

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 5d

Transitions can be one of the hardest parts of the school day. NAMI's free mindfulness activities can help students reset after recess and return to learning with focus and confidence. Explore free Back to School resources for educators, students and families at nami.org/BackToSchool 🍎💙

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Do your students need help resetting after recess?

Download NAMI's Mindfulness
Activities - and more free mental health resources - today!

Find this resource and more at nami.org/BackToSchool

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 5d

When you don't know where to turn, we're here. - Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), press 4 - Text FAMILY to 62640 - nami.org/family 💙

Poster for NAMI promoting the Family Caregiver HelpLine. It shows two people looking thoughtful. The text encourages calling the helpline for peer-led, trusted resources during challenging mental illness caregiving times. Contact details like a phone number and text option are provided below.

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 9d

Happy #NationalFriendshipDay! 🫶 To celebrate, we asked our NAMI Next Gen leaders how they deepen their connections with their friends. Whether you're soaking up the good times or leaning on one another in harder moments, friendship can mean the world. How do you & your friends support each other? 💖

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 13d

Helping children build mental wellness skills doesn't require having all the answers. Sometimes it starts with sharing the lessons we've learned along the way. Looking back, what's one lesson about handling life's challenges that has stayed with you?

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 22d

Caregivers support others every day. They deserve support, too. NAMI and the National Alliance for Caregiving [TAG] partnered on a new blog post exploring what the latest data tells us about caregiver mental health—and why supporting caregivers is so important. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ptpzK6

A quote image featuring the text, "Caregiver mental health is not a side issue. It's a measure of how well the whole system is working... Behind nearly every person managing a serious health condition is someone helping them navigate it." The quote is sourced from "Caring for the Caregiver: What the Data Tells Us About Mental Health and Family Caregiving." The image includes the logos of NAMI and the National Alliance for Caregiving.

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 26d

“This course truly covers more than the basics.” That’s what one parent shared after completing NAMI Basics OnDemand. It’s full of strategies, compassion, and community—no matter what your summer looks like. 💙 nami.org/basics-on-demand #CaregiverQuotes #MentalHealthSupport #NAMI

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· 26d

On the 4th anniversary of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a new NAMI/Ipsos poll finds a large majority of U.S. adults are aware of 988, would be likely to contact it during a mental health crisis, and trust they’d receive the help they need if they reached out. More: nami.org/summer2026poll

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Jun 22

Community-based care helps people w/ mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares. NAMI is concerned that a recent U.S. Department of Justice opinion could threaten the availability of community-based care & undermine decades of progress. https://bit.ly/4vpW12d

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Jun 19

Join us for Pathways to Hope 2026, where faith, mental health, and community come together to foster connection, understanding, and hope. Free to Register | Aug 21 & 22 Explore: https://nami.org/pathwaystohope #PathwaysToHope #FaithAndMentalHealth #MentalHealthForAll

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Jun 4

Congratulations to NAMI Next Gen cohort member Taylor Locke on the publication of their new opinion piece in @plosmentalhealth.org, diving into the importance of evidence-based mental health information. Read more: https://journals.plos.org/mentalhealth/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmen.0000619

Graphic reading, "PLOS Mental Health. Opinion. Fad diets, schizophrenia, and politics: An internet frenzy that highlights broader concerns. Taylor Locke"

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· May 10

Mental health isn’t separate from the rest of your life, it’s part of how you think, feel, connect, and move through your day. Taking time to check in with yourself, set boundaries, or slow down can make a real difference.

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· May 10

This Mother’s Day, we’re holding space for the many ways mental health touches families. NAMI COO Mike Wood shares a personal reflection about his mother, mental illness, and the power of compassion and understanding. 💙 Read the story: https://bit.ly/4ex1ONZ #MothersDay #MHAM2026

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Feb 17

“Chosen family” refers to the people we intentionally build relationships with who provide care, support, and belonging — regardless of biological ties.

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Feb 13

A Valentine from NAMI to you 💙 You are not alone. You are enough. You matter. Tag someone who’s part of your support system or share this with someone who needs the reminder. 💙 #ValentinesDay #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters

A greeting card from NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) features four heart-shaped candies. The messages read: "You Are Not Alone," "Loved As You Are," "You Are Enough," and "One Step At A Time." A blue ribbon decorates the top left corner.

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Dec 7

If you needed a gentle reminder today: your voice counts, and honoring it is part of caring for your mental health.

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Apr 17

Parenting doesn’t stop when your kids grow up — and neither do the challenges. NAMI support groups offer a safe space to connect, share, and heal with others who understand. 💚 Learn more and find a group near you: nami.org/supportgroups

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Mar 20

How can engaging with your community support your mental health? If you are seeking peers who are also on a journey towards learning about mental health conditions, or a place to be involved with events raising awareness of mental health - your local NAMI is here for you!

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Mar 17

NAMIWalks is back, bringing communities together to raise awareness for mental health in 2025! Find a walk near you and be part of the change. Each location has its own date and time, so visit NAMIWalks.org to connect with your local event. 👟Who’s walking with us?? #NAMIWalks

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Mar 6

At NAMI, we embrace voices of lived experience while using numbers to show the impact of mental health conditions. Remember: every number represents unique stories from people navigating their mental health journeys. Mental Health By The Numbers is here to help you learn more: nami.org/mhstats

National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Feb 28

Did you know NAMI advocates in Washington DC, and NAMI affiliates advocate for local change in their communities? From health care to housing to criminalization–NAMI's advocates work to make a difference for people experiencing mental health conditions. Join NAMI advocacy today: nami.org/takeaction

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National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Feb 18

Many people first encounter mental health challenges in youth & adolescence. For parents & family, learning about youth mental health concerns can feel overwhelming & isolating. NAMI Basics offers education, support & connection so families don’t navigate it alone. Join a program: nami.org/basics

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National Alliance on Mental Illness@namicommunicate· Feb 5

Hi friends! We’re NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and we’re so excited to be here.💚 Let’s make this space one where we lift each other up. Follow along for mental health tips, stories, and ways to get support. You’re not alone—we’ve got you. 💙 🌍 Learn more: nami.org #YouAreNotAlone