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We’ve created a special digital message wall during this season of thanksgiving where you can share what you’re grateful for this year. Your message will join others to help build a movement of gratitude during all the highs and lows of a mental health journey. Post yours: : https://bit.ly/49wuMLi

"Men are less likely than women to seek help for depression, substance use and stressful life events. Why? One of the biggest reasons we often feel uncomfortable talking about our mental health, downplay our symptoms, and fail to reach out for help, has to do with stigma and cultural norms about what it means to be a man." For #MensMentalHealthMonth, we’re revisiting reflections from NAMI CEO Dan Gillison, Jr. on the societal pressures that discourage men from seeking help — and why it’s time to change that narrative. Explore the full blog:

“There are positives to technology — it can create community for some — but balance is key.” In this clip from our latest Hope Starts With Us episode, Dr. Pooja Sarin Tandon reminds us that young people need space for both connection and restoration. Listen to Pathways to Address Youth Mental Health featuring Christine M. Crawford, MD, MPH, Taanvi Arekapudi, and Dr. Pooja Sarin Tandon wherever you get your podcasts. https://bit.ly/3LjlDeW #HopeStartsWithUs #YouthMentalHealth #GreenTimeNotScreenTime

Your support matters — your voice does, too. 💬 Don’t miss It Takes a Village – Supportive Communities for Young Adults, a Virtual Town Hall hosted by NAMI’s Community Health Equity Alliance (CHEA) in partnership with The Steve Fund [TAG]. 🎓 🗓️ Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 3:00–4:30 PM ET We’ll explore how to build stronger, more compassionate systems of support for young adults by honoring their stories, centering culture, and empowering communities. 🤝 Join us for an inspiring discussion designed to uplift and equip families, caregivers, and advocates for meaningful change. 🌟 🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/4hzmAMj

For people with mental illness, upcoming work report requirements risk creating barriers to Medicaid coverage. NAMI & Legal Action Center released recommendations for advocates and policymakers to protect people with mental health conditions from losing Medicaid coverage. Learn more: nami.org/workrequirements

Food security is a critical social determinant of health – including mental health. If you or your loved ones are in need of food assistance, visit the following link now: nami.org/foodpantries Share and repost so that those in need can learn of these resources.

“I often talk about this idea of green time instead of screen time.” — Dr. Pooja Sarin Tandon, Health Director at the Trust for Public Land In this episode of Hope Starts With Us, Dr. Tandon joins NAMI’s Dr. Christine Crawford and youth advocate Taanvi Arekapudi to discuss how outdoor time, play, and balance can help young people thrive. Stream the full episode now: Pathways to Address Youth Mental Health 🌳 https://bit.ly/3WubiiO #HopeStartsWithUs #YouthMentalHealth #GreenTimeNotScreenTime

Wishing a safe Halloween to all! Which pumpkin are you choosing this year?

Acts of care create stronger communities. 🌿 This week’s #NAMI10for10 Care Checklist encourages meaningful moments: take a short walk, write a thank-you note, or leave a kind comment on a NAMI post. Care for yourself — and for others. 💚 #NAMI10for10 #Together4MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCare

Young people today are facing an unprecedented mental health crisis — but schools can be part of the solution. 💙 NAMI’s new School Mental Health Education Map shows how each state is addressing mental health education in K-12 schools. As of 2025, 19 states and D.C. have requirements in place — and more are taking steps to integrate mental health into their curricula. When students learn about mental health early, they’re better equipped to recognize warning signs, seek help, and support one another. 🔗 Explore the interactive map to see where your state stands: https://bit.ly/491GLAt #YouthMentalHealth #Education #Advocacy #NAMI