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Service Members, Veterans, Family Committee – June 27 – NAMI Wilmington
NAMI NC Exec. Director Holly Doggett will speak at the upcoming Service Members, Veterans, and Family Committee meeting on June 27 at 3pm. She will present on the NAMI Homefront program as well as resources for veterans and family members. This virtual meeting is open to the public, but registration is required.
UNC Summit Convenes NC Leaders Around Suicide Prevention – NAMI Wilmington
On June 13, community leaders across North Carolina came together to share mental health and suicide prevention resources, as part of the Carolina Across 100 and the UNC Suicide Prevention Institute’s Statewide Summit on Suicide Prevention. NAMI NC staff was present, including Affiliate & Community Outreach Coordinator Lynn Allen, who served as a session panelist.
June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month – NAMI Wilmington
June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. This often misunderstood disorder affects about 9 million people in the US, and occurs more often in women than men. Historically PTSD has been understood as a result of military service and combat, but it can occur after any traumatic event, such as a car accident, natural
New Elwyn Drop-in Center in Raleigh – NAMI Wilmington
Elwyn is proud to announce the opening of their new drop-in center in Raleigh, which will offer daily counseling programs, physical health education, peer recovery services, skills training, and a creative arts program. Specifically for peers with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness, the drop-in center serves as a hybrid between a traditional clubhouse and peer
NAMI NC Celebrates CIT Stars at First Awards Luncheon – NAMI Wilmington
NAMI North Carolina emphasized its focus on supporting Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) by hosting an awards luncheon at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh on June 12, 2024. During the luncheon, NAMI NC distributed eight CIT Stars Awards, highlighting the incomparable work of men and women across the state dedicated to improving Crisis Intervention Teams in
NAMI NC Blog: A Reflection of Excoriation – NAMI Wilmington
We’re familiar with self-harm as an unhealthy coping mechanism for mental illness, but what about excoriation? Also known as “skin-picking,” this compulsive practice can leave scarring and damage tissue. Author Sydney Morrison compassionately reflects on this condition, and possible therapies to correct it. Read More
NAMI Hearts+Minds – NAMI Wilmington
NAMI Hearts+Minds is an all-day course that teaches how physical and mental health are intricately connected. Participants will learn techniques for caring for their physical and mental health together, including exercise and diet, improving sleep, smoking and alcohol cessation, building social support, and overcoming chronic pain. Friday, July 12, 2024 - 9:00am-5:00pm - Virtual Interested? Contact
US Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media – NAMI Wilmington
Amidst a “mental health emergency,” Dr. Vivek H. Murthy called for social media companies to be required to use warning labels on their platforms, claiming that social media is negatively affecting youth mental health. His suggestion was published in a New York Times opinion piece on Monday. Read More
June is PRIDE Month – NAMI Wilmington
Pride Month, celebrated every June, is a time set aside to celebrate self-acceptance, equality, and love, particularly among those in the LGBTQ+ community. It’s an occasion where LGBTQ+ people can reflect on how far they’ve come and how much ground they’ve achieved for equality, while also realizing that there is so much more work to
4 Ways Employers Can Break the Stigma of Men’s Mental Health – NAMI Wilmington
June is Men’s Mental Health Month. Because of entrenched stigma, men often do not disclose mental health conditions or seek needed accommodations, especially in a work setting. An article in Forbes this month discusses ways that employers can break this stigma and create a culture of openness and support for men. Read More
Celebrating CIT Stars! – NAMI Wilmington
Join us on Wednesday, June 12 for our CIT Stars Awards Luncheon as we honor and celebrate those CIT law enforcement officers who have gone above and beyond in their service to individuals and families living with mental illness. Seats are still available, but space is limited! RSVP by contacting Holly Doggett at
What are Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT)? – NAMI Wilmington
The lack of mental health crisis services in many areas of the country has led law enforcement officers to act as first responders to mental health crises. Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) were developed as a community-based approach to improving outcomes of encounters between officers and people experiencing a crisis. CIT programs create connections between mental health
Now Hiring: Program Manager, NAMI Wake County – NAMI Wilmington
NAMI Wake County is seeking a dedicated Program Manager to oversee and enhance their educational programming and support services. This full-time role involves strategic program development, volunteer management, and community outreach responsibilities. Read Full Job Description
Visit our Website Calendar! – NAMI Wilmington
Want to find upcoming classes, support groups, or special events in your area? Visit the NAMI NC Events Calendar on our website! You’ll find NAMI Signature Programs, state trainings, important public meetings, and statewide special events. Sort by type of event, in-person or virtual, or by hosting affiliate. NAMI NC Events
Late Bedtimes May Harm Mental Health – NAMI Wilmington
Night owls, watch out - a new study out of Stanford Medicine shows that people who go to sleep after 1am regularly suffer from higher rates of mental health disorders, regardless if that’s their natural inclination. The study suggests its better for night owls to adjust their natural schedules than it is to stay up
Join us for NAMI at Noon – Mon. June 17 – NAMI Wilmington
Loving a service member, veteran, or anyone who experiences post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or symptoms of PTS can put a strain not only on the individual experiencing the symptoms but on their relationships and on the individuals who love them. Whether you are the spouse, partner, caregiver, family member, or close friend of someone living
Now Hiring: Program Manager, NAMI Wake County – NAMI Wilmington
NAMI Wake County is seeking a dedicated Program Manager to oversee and enhance their educational programming and support services. This full-time role involves strategic program development, volunteer management, and community outreach responsibilities. Read Full Job Description
5 Basic Habits May Hold the Key to Good Mental Health – NAMI Wilmington
According to studies done in Australia and Canada, there are five broad habits that strongly contribute to a person’s mental health and well-being. These include practicing healthy thought patterns, planning for the future, engaging in meaningful activities, connecting with family and friends, and maintaining healthy routines. Read More
Bird Watching Can Improve Mental Health and Reduce Distress in Students – NAMI Wilmington
A recent study has found that college students who take opportunities to spend time in nature - particularly by bird watching - are reporting improved mental wellness and lower distress than students who do not. Read More
Visit our Website Calendar! – NAMI Wilmington
Want to find upcoming classes, support groups, or special events in your area? Visit the NAMI NC Events Calendar on our website! You’ll find NAMI Signature Programs, state trainings, important public meetings, and statewide special events. Sort by type of event, in-person or virtual, or by hosting affiliate. NAMI NC Events
NAMIWalks NC 2024 was a HUGE Success! – NAMI Wilmington
Despite the clouds on Saturday, over 1000 people participated virtually, in-person, and in pop-up walks across the state of North Carolina to show their support for better mental health for all. Individual walkers and members of 123 Walk Teams enjoyed music, refreshments, a community resource fair, two beautiful greenway walk routes, and coming together as
Nami Wilmington May Board Meeting Results – NAMI Wilmington
Thursday, May 16, 2024 NAMI-Wilmington Public Board Meeting Present: Chuck Eldridge, Janis Eldridge, Julie Morrow, Kimberly Light, Dan Nelson, Dylan Andrews, Megan Weber-Youssefi, Laura Hatvany, Jacob Bahimcle, Jessi Yarbrough, Gigi Matheny and Caleb Barker. Via Zoom: Doug Engelman, Alabama Stone, Sheryl Sparks and Kay Sargent. . —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Board meeting for the NAMI-Wilmington
New Maternal & New Parent Mental Health Toolkit – NAMI Wilmington
New Maternal & New Parent Mental Health Toolkit - May is also Maternal Mental Health Month. In response, NAMI has put together a Maternal & New Parent Mental Health Toolkit for those experiencing mental illness symptoms during or directly after pregnancy. We hope you find these resources helpful as you navigate this new season of
Join us for NAMI at Noon – Mon. May 20 – NAMI Wilmington
In honor of May as Maternal Mental Health Month, our May NAMI at Noon will be an exploration of postpartum depression - what it is, what may cause it, and how it can be treated. Join us as we hear from Acela Aviles, Medical Director at Sage Therapeutics, and gain understanding about this widespread and
Wear Green Day – May 16 – NAMI Wilmington
Join us in showing solidarity to those who live with mental illness by wearing green on Thursday, May 16. Share your photos of you, your family, coworkers, or friends wearing green on our social media channels and use the hashtag #WearGreenforMH. Let's turn North Carolina green and bring awareness to mental illness stigma!
You Have Other Options – Preventing Suicidal Ideation on College Campuses – NAMI Wilmington
Author Sydney Morrison, a college student at NCSU, discusses the mental health crisis on college campuses, and what colleges could do to ease the pressure on students and help them find crucial resources. Read More
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – NAMI Wilmington
Our 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month theme is “Take the Moment.” As the mental health crisis in North Carolina continues to grow, it’s now more important than ever to take a moment for mental health - not only for our well-being, but so that our communities know that mental health support and help is available. Did
Advocacy Day 2024 Was a Rousing Success! – NAMI Wilmington
Today, over 60 people joined NAMI North Carolina for our 2024 Advocacy Day event at the North Carolina General Assembly in downtown Raleigh. Participants were able to meet legislators, tell their stories, and discuss their concerns for better mental health policy in their communities. Our group was joined by Secretary Kody Kinsley, NC Dept. of Health
WakeBrook Behavioral Health Campus to reopen in May in East Raleigh – NAMI Wilmington
The WakeBrook Behavioral Health Campus, which had shut its doors temporarily in the fall of 2023, will reopen in May with an additional 16 inpatient beds. The center will be operated by WakeMed and Recovery Innovations. Read More
Nami Wilmington April Board Results – NAMI Wilmington
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 NAMI-Wilmington Public Board Meeting Present: Doug Engelman,Chuck Eldridge, Janis Eldridge, Julie Morrow, Virginia Goldrick, Sheryl Sparks, Kimberly Light, Carol Saraiva and Ben Holt. Via Zoom: Kay Sargent. NAMI on Campus members present: Laura Hatvany, Pressley Lacross, Isabel Rosa-Irizarry, Daniella Gregersen, Chloe Aguilar, Hannah Hopkins, Abigail Kozak, Caleb
NAMI at Noon – Monday, April 29 at 12pm – NAMI Wilmington
In this session, we will discuss Tardive Dyskinesia, a persistent, involuntary movement disorder characterized by uncontrollable, abnormal, and repetitive movements of the face, torso, limbs, and fingers/toes. Attendees will learn more about the condition, including who is likely to develop it, what potentially causes it, and possible treatment options. ***Course qualifies for 1 hour of NBCC
6 Mental Health Apps for Work to Try in 2024 – NAMI Wilmington
One way employers can help employees manage their mental health at work is by offering subscriptions to popular and vetted mental health apps as a benefit to their workforce. This Forbes article offers 6 suggestions for mental health apps that employees can use to enable their mental wellness on their schedules. Read
NAMIWalks NC Volunteers Needed! – NAMI Wilmington
Want to be an invaluable part of this year’s NAMIWalks NC? Sign up to be a volunteer! Our Walk wouldn’t happen without our incredible team of volunteers, handling everything including directing parking, greeting walkers, distributing water, and assisting with registration, among other crucial tasks. If you’re interested in signing up to volunteer at this year’s walk,
Registration for Advocacy Day ENDS this Friday!! – NAMI Wilmington
Don’t miss your opportunity to join us for Advocacy Day next week, April 30, at the North Carolina Legislative Building in downtown Raleigh. We will meet with legislators to advocate for better mental health policy, enjoy ice cream on Halifax Mall, and hear from dynamic public officials, such as Governor Roy Cooper and DHHS Secretary
Managers May Have a Bigger Mental Health Impact Than Therapists – NAMI Wilmington
Your boss can make or break your work life - and according to a new study by The Workforce Institute, may have more of an impact on your mental health than your therapist. Overall, the study found that most employers could be doing more to mitigate their impacts on employee mental health.
Zentangle Program Teaches Finding Zen Through Drawing – NAMI Wilmington
As part of its ongoing “Healing Through Recreation & Creative Art” class series, NAMI Cabarrus hosted a seminar called “The Art of Calm Through Zentangle” on March 27 at the Concord Library. Zentangle is an art therapy practice that combines simple drawing techniques with relaxation and therapy. Participants
Want to Learn More About Tardive Dyskinesia? – NAMI Wilmington
Want to learn more about Tardive Dyskinesia? Download these one-page fact sheets from Neurocrine Biosciences to find an overview of TD, including risk factors and the importance of routine screenings. TD Fact Sheet (English) TD Fact Sheet (Spanish)
NAMI at Noon – Monday, April 29 at 12pm – NAMI Wilmington
In this session, we will discuss Tardive Dyskinesia, a persistent, involuntary movement disorder characterized by uncontrollable, abnormal and repetitive movements of the face, torso, limbs, and fingers/toes. Attendees will learn more about the condition, including who is likely to develop it, what potentially causes it, and possible treatment options. ***Course qualifies for 1 hour of NBCC