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Traumatic events—such as an accident, assault, military combat or natural disaster—can have lasting effects on a person’s mental health. While many people will have short term responses to life-threatening events, some will develop longer term symptoms that can lead to a diagnosis of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD symptoms often co-exist with other conditions such

The 2021 NAMI Annual Report is packed full of information about how the national organization is funded and how it allocates its funds. To read the full report click here.

City Councilman Steve Kosachik’s newsletter article recap’s the decision to support Mental Health Awareness Month in Tucson. Tor read the full article, click here

In a recent interview by Loni Nannini of the AZ Daily Star, NAMI So AZ Executive Director Christina Bickelmann discusses the impact NAMI So AZ has on mental health awareness in our community. Click Here to read the full article.

Survey on Mood Disorders Shows Hispanic and Asian American Individuals Who Seek Therapy Face Lack of Cultural Competence Among Providers and Language Barriers Oct 05 2021 Arlington, VA — Experiencing a mood disorder presents significantly greater challenges for people of color, especially Hispanic and Asian American people, according to new analysis of national survey data out

Beginning October 24, 2021, all consumers with numbers in the 480, 520, and 928 area codes must dial 10-digits (Area Code + Phone Number) for all local calls. On and after this date, local calls dialed with only seven digits may not be completed and a recording may inform you that your call cannot be

Executive Director Christina Bicklemann gratefully receives a $3665 donation to NAMI Southern Arizona.

Arizona Ranks 49 (down from 40th in 2021) with a higher prevalence of mental illness and lower rates of access to care. To read the full report, click here.

The GuideStar Seals of Transparency are given as a rating system for non-profits. Depending on type of information a nonprofit provides determines which Seal it earns. … Bronze—basic information so your organization can be found. Silver—program information and brand details. Gold—financials and people information. Platinum—goals and the difference you’re making. This new Gold level is

NAMI Southern Arizona secured a proclamation from the Pima County Board of Supervisors acknowledging September as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Communications & Events Director Shelly Jernigan was also managed to get downtown’s historic Pima County Courthouse to light up in the colors of recognition. Click Here for KOLD interview with NAMI Southern Arizona’s Communications

As part of NAMI’s #NotAlone conversation series, NAMI’s Chief Strategy & Operations Officer Sherman Gillums, Jr., spoke with a teen, their parent and a high school teacher about their expectations, preparations and hopes for the upcoming school year.

Pyramid FCU Staff & Members surprised us last week with a generous donation of $668 as their choice for their “Caring is in our Jeans” community outreach program for July, 2021.

At the conclusion of the two-day NAMICon event, NAMI has issued three releases that we want to bring to your attention. First, NAMI has announced the election results of the national Board of Directors. Dr. Shirley Holloway was elected to serve another term as board president. For complete results, please see our release here: https://www.nami.org/Press-Media/Press-Releases/2021/NAMI-Elects-New-Board-of-Directors-in-Conjunction-with-NAMICon-2021-Virtual-Event

In the first regular session of 2021, the AZ State Legislature passed SB1376 requiring that all health education in public schools include mental health education. To read the full bill, click here.

In a press release on July 16, 2021, NAMI urges an infusion of federal resources prior to the launch of 988 as an alternative to calling 911 in a mental health/suicide emergency. To read the entire release, click here.

Dear Colleagues, Juneteenth is an important time for each of us to stop and reflect on the work that has been done and the work that we must continue to do to achieve a truly just, equitable, and inclusive world. As you celebrate with your communities and seek further learning opportunities, we wanted to give a

May 25 2021  Arlington, VA — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released the following statement from CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr.: “For many of us, today elicits complicated emotions. “We are encouraged by the tens of thousands across the country who expressed solidarity with the Black community in the wake of George Floyd’s

“There are many reasons to celebrate the month of May. Please join the Pima County Sheriff’s Department in its support of our behavioral health community and the 2021 message, ‘You are NOT alone’” To read the full statement from Sheriff Nanos Click Here.

Apr 20 2021 The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released the following statement from CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr., on the verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin: “The murder of George Floyd last May in Minneapolis – and the continued killing of Black and other people of color by law enforcement –

NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillson, Jr. was joined by Andy Keller, Ph.D., CEO of Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute to discuss the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health. Please read and share this Op-ed from The Hill

Frontline professionals face many challenges in their day-to-day work life. From the pressure of making sure people get the help and care they need to working long shifts — health care and public safety are stressful fields of work. When you encounter chronic stress, trauma and the negative effects of shiftwork as a part of