Fighting Isolation by Embracing Connection
By NAMI Southwest Washington Isolation can feel safe at first. It’s quiet. It’s predictable. It keeps people from seeing the...
Understanding the Connection Between Stress, Alcoholism, and Mental Health
By NAMI Southwest Washington April marks both Alcohol Awareness Month and Stress Awareness Month, offering an important opportunity to explore...
A Message to Caregivers
Feb. 17, 2025 | By Cheryl Landes guest columnist for the Seattle Times Coping with a Loved One’s Mental Illness Eight...
Embracing Mental Wellness: A Journey to Healing and Understanding
By NAMI Southwest Washington January is Mental Wellness Month, a time to prioritize mental health and embrace the journey of...
National Health Awareness Week: Mental Health Matters, Too
By NAMI Southwest Washington National Health Awareness Week (October 21-25) is a time to recognize and celebrate the importance of...
Janelle’s Story: Finding Hope During Mental Illness Awareness Week
By NAMI Southwest Washington I never thought I’d be telling my story to help break the silence surrounding mental health,...
Rediscovering the Power of Introspection: A Journey to Self-Awareness
Self-Awareness Month, celebrated every August, is a time to reflect on the importance of understanding ourselves—our emotions, our thoughts, and...
Reflective Journaling: A Journey from Isolation to Connection
By NAMI Southwest Washington I remember the days when even the thought of socializing felt like a burden. It wasn’t...
Disparities Within Minority Mental Health Care
By NAMI Southwest Washington Have you ever tried to unlock a door that wouldn’t open? At first, you think you...
Finding Treatment and Breaking the Cycle of Intergenerational Depression
By Damon Devine My great-grandmother lost her husband, both sons and both grandsons to depression and suicide. And she almost...