NAMI Connecticut is part of the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
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Hearing Voices “Stop, you’re giving me a headache. Can you just stop for a second?,” says Michael Vargas, to the voice in his head. “No I won’t.” whispers the voice back. “Thank you,” says Vargas, sarcastically and strongly. He’s learned … Read more
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today launched Take the Moment, a campaign that empowers people to collectively embrace the power of now for Mental Health Awareness Month 2024. As stigma around mental health persists and the national mental … Read more
from University of Barcelona via Science Daily — Chronic stress may be alleviated by low intensity light therapy (photobiomodulation) when applied to the gut-brain axis. Some neurological disorders can be improved through photobiomodulation, a non-invasive technique based on the application … Read more
Mental illness and substance use during pregnancy may lead to adverse maternal and birth outcomes, and recent research highlights concerning trends for both risk factors. Based on analysis of 2012-2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health data, the prevalence of any mental illness (AMI) and serious mental illness (SMI) among pregnant individuals has increased […]
Climate change is a known public health concern, and recent research emphasizes the potential impact on youth mental health. Reviewing data from over 38,000 high school students in 22 urban public school districts across 14 states, researchers found that adolescents experiencing the greatest number of climate-related “disaster days” were more likely to experience mental distress […]
NAMI started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has blossomed into the nation's leading voice on mental health. Today, we are an association of more than 500 local affiliates who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need.
1979 Started as a
small group of families
gathered around a kitchen table
2016 There are
650Consolidated
NAMI State Organizations and NAMI Local Affiliates across the country
2018 NAMIWalks raised
$11.9M
across the country
2019 NAMI Celebrates
40 Years
of help and hope
From Next Door To Across Connecticut
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Join NAMI Connecticut and join a movement to inspire better lives for residents of Connecticut who are affected by mental health issues. With membership, you'll receive newsletters and updates on mental health news, you'll be able to engage in discussion groups, and you'll have the opportunity to support others who are affected by mental health concerns financially and emotionally.
Thank you for your generous tax-deductible donation. You are helping us provide support, education, and advocacy to thousands of people living with mental health conditions in Connecticut.