You Are Not Alone
If you have a mental illness, you are not alone. One in five adult Americans will have a mental illness during their lifetime that is severe enough to require treatment. Many more have problems that prevent them from enjoying their lives. We are here to stand by you as you find help, hope, and recovery. Fortunately, effective treatments are now available for many mental illnesses. Unfortunately, most people do not seek help.
Mental Illness Is Not Your Fault Many wrongly believe their symptoms are their own fault or are caused by personal weakness. They think if they try hard enough they can overcome their problems by themselves, & they suffer unnecessarily. An individual with a mental illness needs treatment and help in coping with everyday problems In contrast, individuals who do not have a mental illness can usually deal with ordinary problems by themselves. At times of particular stress, however, even mentally healthy persons will find professional assistance useful.
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NAMI Tulsa Caregivers Workshop
You’ve been asking, and now it’s here! A one-day workshop for caregivers of those living with serious mental illnesses. It will cover Emergency Detention/43A, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, HIPPA, Tips on applying for SSI/SSDI and more. After check-in, the entire group will gather and each area will be briefly overviewed. Then participants will break into small groups for sessions with each presenter. Groups will rotate between presenters so that everyone has a chance for questions. Must register by October 10, 2018. For any additional questions contact NAMI Tulsa: phone: 918.587.6264 email: office@namitulsa.org Details: Date: Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: NAMI Tulsa 700 S. Boston Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma 74119 NAMI Tulsa members $5 Members with currently paid up dues. If you are not sure, please check www.nami.org or call, 918-587-6264 to verify before registering for the workshop. Non members $45 Any caregiver who is not currently a paid member of NAMI Tulsa. If you wish to join NAMI Tulsa, $40 will be credited to your 1st year individual membership. This offer is good through the end of the workshop day. To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nami-tulsa-caregivers-workshop-tickets-48600409132?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Like and Follow NAMI Tulsa on Facebook! www.facebook.com/NAMITulsa |
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We are the National Alliance On Mental Illness
We are the parents, brothers and sisters, children, spouses, and friends of people with serious mental illness; as well as those persons themselves. We share one another's pain and we share one another's hope. We are working to build a better tomorrow for our loved ones and for ourselves. Read more...
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What Can I Do?
Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for equal care. Each year, the movement grows stronger. Raising awareness on your own, as part of a small group or part of your community can make a difference. Taking action and raising awareness of mental health conditions can break down obstacles and improve the chance of recovery. Learn how you can make a difference in your community and for millions of Americans across the U.S. |
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Take the stigma-free Pledge
Mental health matters to everyone. Individuals, companies, organizations and others can all take the pledge to learn more about mental illness, to see a person for who they are and take action on mental health issues. Take the pledge and raise awareness. Learn about mental health—educate myself and others See the person not the illness—strive to listen, understand, tell my own story Take action—spread the word, raise awareness, make a difference |
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Members help each other cope, and get through hard times. They share information and experiences with local services and professionals. A warm circle of friends offers support and hope.
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NAMI Tulsa conducts many educational services at no charge to the public. We learn about long term mental illnesses such as schizophrenia & major & manic depression are biochemically caused brain diseases. They aren't caused by poor home environment. They aren't the result of character flaws. Scientific research has demonstrated these truths. Public education lacks sadly behind. We are changing that, with TV, radio and the press....
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We promote and assist many mental health research initiatives. Major depressive disorders are disrupting the lives of more than 10 million Americans. More than 100,000 new cases of schizophrenia are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. Most of these occur ....
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