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What Black History Month Means to Me
"We are perceived as strong for we are tenacious, but strength and resilience should not be built solely through suffering." READ MORE »
Understanding the Symptoms of BPD
“It is imperative that we rewrite the script and understand the abuse, neglect and abandonment that many people with BPD have experienced.” READ MORE »
The Many Impacts of Self-Stigma
It can be incredibly damaging to internalize the negative stereotypes often associated with mental illness. Therefore, understanding and addressing self-stigma is an essential part of healing and recovering from mental illness. READ MORE »
Overcoming Low Self-Worth with Anxiety, Depression and ADHD
"In the past, I’ve let you down. I sacrificed who I am and the love I deserve. I promise to honor you, care for you and celebrate you. This time, I promise to start loving you first." READ MORE »
My Experience With a Catatonic-like State
“No one believed my mind had paralyzed me, even in a hospital where I had come for help.” READ MORE »
NAMI HelpLine Extends Service Hours
The NAMI HelpLine experienced a 70% increase in phone calls, emails, letters and social media requests. To meet this demand, NAMI has extended the hours of HelpLine to help as many people as possible. LEARN MORE »
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NAMI monitors current research across the field of mental health. On this page, you can find up-to-date information from government organizations, private institutions and academic and industry researchers. LEARN MORE »
Former Duke Coach To Join in Effort to Improve Mental Health and Fight Stigma
NAMI NC is proud to announce that Joanne P. McCallie, the renowned former head coach of the Duke University women's basketball team, will be live on Thursdays with NAMI this week and serve as the Honorary Walk Chair for NAMIWalks Your Way NC, a virtual event designed to raise Mental Health awareness and resources. McCallie, affectionately known as Coach P, recently publicly disclosed that she has been a “secret warrior” in [...]
Talking Openly About Life With Bipolar Disorder and Sharing Hope
In her new book, ‘Secret Warrior’, Coach Joanne P. McCallie talks openly about life with bipolar disorder and shares a story that will resonate strongly with all families impacted by mental illness. “I have always wondered when would be the right time to share the story of my affliction with bipolar disorder in a way that I could motivate, inspire, and also raise awareness—and truth— about mental illness,” she said. Join [...]
Launch – Rally and Kickoff!
NAMIWalks Your Way is NAMI North Carolina’s biggest fundraiser and mental health awareness event of the year- and you can be a part of it! Join us on Zoom for a fun and informative launch on March 5th, 2021 at noon. Coach P (mentioned above) will be on hand and all Launch participants will be eligible to win a prize. No experience or prerequisites required —the Launch will be great [...]
