Every June, we celebrate pride month and provide information on mental health and our LGBTQI communities. The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersexed (LGBTQI*) community represents a diverse range of identities and expressions of gender and sexual orientation. In
Black History Month 2022
This year’s theme for Black History Month is “Black Health and Wellness.” From the Association for the Study of African American Life and History: “At this point in the 21st century, our understanding of Black health and wellness is broader
Family Guide: How to Handle the Holidays When a Loved One Lives with a Mental Health Condition
By Sharon Dunas Holidays tend to be especially stressful for people living with mental health conditions and their families. Below are some expectations and tips on how to reduce stress. How Holidays Can Be Challenging for Those Living with Mental
Suicide Prevention Month 2021
Suicide is a public health crisis. Consider these facts: 75% of all people who die by suicide are male. Although more women than men attempt suicide, men are nearly 4x more likely to die by suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause
Words Matter: Say This (and Not This) About Mental Health
Words matter. Language we use in our verbal and written communications can be supportive or hurtful to those impacted by mental health conditions. A few simple changes to the way we communicate can support those living with mental health conditions
Back to School: Supporting Youth Mental Health
How can we work together to support the needs of youth as they transition back to the classroom? Here are some ways to help support student mental health. Request an Ending the Silence presentation at your school. Ending the Silence
New: Support Group in Spanish/Grupo de Apoyo los Martes
Grupo de Apoyo los Martes (Tuesday Spanish Support Group) Cada primer y tercer noche de Martes del mes vía Zoom Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month using the online video-conferencing service Zoom 7 pm to 8:30 pm Click
Getting Good Sleep to Maintain Mental Health
Adults generally need between seven and nine hours of sleep and good quality of sleep is just as important as the duration. About 1 in 3 people in the U.S. report difficulty sleeping at least one night per week. Insomnia is caused by difficulty
Psychology Today Post on Mental Health Crisis Preparation
One of our board members, Sarah Haufrect, wrote a post for Psychology today about taking our NAMI Westside LA Family-to-Family class and learning how a one-page summary of your loved one’s health history can prepare you for a crisis and
Maintaining Mental Health During the Holidays (and a Pandemic)
The holidays can be a joy-filled season, but they can be challenging for those impacted by mental illness. A NAMI study showed that 64% of people with mental illness report holidays make their conditions worse. “For many people the holiday season