Best National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Podcasts (2024)

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Mental Health Care in Minoritized Communities – Episode 48 39:25

3d ago39:25

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In honor of Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, NAMI’s CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., is joined by Harold Turner, Executive Director of NAMI Urban Los Angeles, and Tracy McMillan, a relationship expert and television writer. In this episode, Dan and our guests explore mental health equity in minoritized communities, n…

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Mental Health Practices and Christianity - Can They Work Together? 25:38

5d ago25:38

25:38

Can modern mental health practices coexist with your religious beliefs? NAMI New York NextGen member Sarah Dorme dives into understanding why mental health issues aren't accepted within Christian culture, and other stereotypes that churches may hold against psychology. This episode will cover the stigma between religion and mental health. Harnessin…

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What It Means to "Man Up" – Episode 47 26:14

1M ago26:14

26:14

Randy Ryan, host of NAMI Westside LA’s “Man Up” podcast, joins NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., for this episode. In their discussion, hear about what it means to perform masculinity and “be a man” during Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, plus how mental health impacts veterans and service members. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI …

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EP 44: Super Dads vs Toxic Dads - What’s the Difference? 58:43

1M ago58:43

58:43

It’s Dad Season so I wrangled two of my favorite dads, Ken Carlson and Jefferson Denim, with a combined experience of over 58 years of fatherhood to candidly share their own wins, losses, tips, tricks and insights. I know that everyone has unique experiences around this topic - some dads are great, some are toxic, and then there’s everything in bet…

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Eating Disorders in Young Athletes 43:20

1M ago43:20

43:20

In this episode, NextGen NYS member Mackenzie Wood interviews Shannon Goria (24) on her recovery journey with Anorexia Nervosa as a high school and Division I cross country and track athlete. Shannon's story includes signs and symptoms that someone is struggling as well as going more in depth on the pressure to perform and how that can exacerbate t…

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Remembering George Floyd – Episode 46 36:57

2M ago36:57

36:57

Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD, CEO of the American Psychological Association, joins NAMI CEO Dan Gillison, Jr., in remembrance of George Floyd and to discuss how his murder, as a result of police violence, shifted conversations about racism and mental health in the United States. Throughout this conversation, they explore the challenge to increase equit…

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Stress and Burnout in College Students - What Can Be Done? 25:16

2M ago25:16

25:16

It’s no secret that college students are stressed. In this episode, NAMI-New York State NextGen member Connor Dalgaard is joined by Wesley Dixon (Vassar College) to investigate the intersection between college students, mental health, and institutions of higher education themselves. The episode features discussion about changes to the climate surro…

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Representation’s Impact on Health in Our Communities – Episode 45 54:35

2M ago54:35

54:35

NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., speaks to Dr. Hernando Carter, an internal medicine physician based in Birmingham, Alabama. They discuss the importance of caring for the health care professionals in our communities in honor of National Hospital Week, as well as bridging care gaps for underrepresented communities and developing increased represent…

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EP 43: Neuroscience-Backed Tools to Boost Your Mental Health with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) 40:14

2M ago40:14

40:14

If you or anyone you love needs a pick-me-up or has ever experienced a mental health challenge, then this podcast is for you. In highlighting Mental Health Awareness Month, our guests Brenda Sarai Zuniga and Elizabeth Stephens from NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness) share their expertise and lived experiences to give us helpful tools to…

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Turning to Art and Community for Mental Health Support – Episode 44 29:28

3M ago29:28

29:28

As Mental Health Awareness Month begins, NAMI is talking about ways to take the moment for our mental health. Guest host Alessandra Torresani is joined by artist Alex Alpert to explore how art can act as a coping strategy when faced with mental health challenges. The pair also discusses how communication and community can be keys to navigating life…

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Social Media, Self-Image, and "FOMO" - a conversation with the NAMI New York State NextGen Council 24:59

3M ago24:59

24:59

Welcome to the first episode of "Youth Voices in Mental Health" - a podcast produced by and about the personal experiences of NAMI New York State’s NextGen Youth Council. NAMI NYS NextGen is a 10-person, lived-experience young adult advisory group dedicated to guiding the world toward kinder, innovative, and inclusive outcomes for mental health you…

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EP 42: How Jake “Body by Jake®” Steinfeld Turned Harrison Ford Into a Ripped Indiana Jones and More! 1:24:21

3M ago1:24:21

1:24:21

We can’t wait for you to meet our guest, Jake “Body by Jake®” Steinfeld, a guiding light for health & wellness in lifestyle, sports, and entertainment for over four decades. Fueled by his "Don't Quit" mindset, Jake will motivate you, inspire you and have you laughing throughout our entire conversation. Jake has trained a myriad of well-known client…

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Stress Awareness Month – Episode 43 24:48

3M ago24:48

24:48

In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks to mental health advocate and Peloton instructor, Jon Hosking. They will discuss the barriers for men seeking mental health care, stress awareness and the intersection of mental health and physical health. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at na…

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Collaborating for Justice and Mental Health – Episode 42 38:14

3M ago38:14

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In March NAMI recognized National Criminal Justice Month, and guest host Hannah Wesolowski, NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer, sat down to chat with Bureau of Justice Assistance Director Karhlton Moore about criminal justice and mental health. Tune in to hear about how the Bureau of Justice Assistance is supporting innovation in communities across the …

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Living With Bipolar Disorder – Episode 41 56:16

4M ago56:16

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March 30 is World Bipolar Day, and NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is chatting with speaker Gabe Howard, who hosts the podcasts “Inside Mental Health” and “Inside Bipolar,” about living a full life with bipolar disorder. Tune in to hear about Gabe’s firsthand experience living with bipolar disorder, and how he has worked to reduce mental health st…

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How I Smuggled George Clooney into a War Zone 1:01:57

5M ago1:01:57

1:01:57

Buckle up, this episode is wild! Our guest on this adventure is Ryan Boyette, a regular guy from Florida who was inspired to move to a war-torn region of Sudan during a mass genocide. He's being bombed, he's living through atrocities and instead of running back to America, he goes…I'm not going anywhere. This is my home. This is where I’m meant to …

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Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum – Episode 40 41:01

5M ago41:01

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During Black History Month, guest host and manager of HBCU engagement Juno Pitchford speaks with award-winning author Antonia Hylton about her newly released book, "Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum." Tune in to hear more about the legacy of slavery and segregation in mental health care, and what possibilities for change and healing c…

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Racism as an Adverse Childhood Experience – Episode 39 1:09:18

5M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

For the first episode of Black History Month, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with Dr. Mikah Owen and Dr. Roy Wade Jr. about the long-term mental and physical health effects of racism and adverse childhood experiences, and what we can do on an individual and societal level to address the symptoms and causes of these toxic stressors. Tune in …

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Pressure, Professional Football and Pivoting – Episode 38 1:03:19

6M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

As we gear up for the superbowl, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with former NFL players Rob Robertson and Devin Funchess about their personal journeys with mental health, the pressures of professional sports and life after football. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.…

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Manifesting Healing in 2024 – Episode 37 48:19

6M ago48:19

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On this first episode of the year, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with international motivational speaker, certified life coach and best selling author Steven Anthony King about how we can harness the power of purpose, positivity and perseverance to manifest healing in 2024. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others a…

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Can Humans "Coexist" ? A Jew, a Catholic, a Muslim, a Hindu, a Humanist, a Buddhist, and a Protestant walk into a podcast… 39:42

6M ago39:42

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With all the division we see in the world, is coexistence even possible? A recent article in Psychology Today on this topic pointed out how we are constantly reminded of our differences, but in reality we are all very much the same. We all want love, we all want purpose, we all want the best for our children, etc... But the #1 thing we have in comm…

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Help During the Holidays: NAMI Helpline 101 – Episode 36 20:55

7M ago20:55

20:55

During the holiday season, which can bring up a variety of emotions for many, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with NAMI’s National Director of HelpLine Services Dawn Brown about how people can find help and hope through the resources on NAMI's free National HelpLine. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.or…

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Schizophrenia and Coping With Comedy – Episode 35 29:09

8M ago29:09

29:09

Tune in to hear NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speak with social media influencer and mental health advocate Kody Green about his experience with schizophrenia and how comedy can help spread awareness and people cope. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.…

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MENtal Health and Music – Episode 34 53:20

8M ago53:20

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During “Movember” (Men’s Health Awareness Month), NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with singer, dancer and actor Drew Lachey (98 Degrees) and musician Chris Bullard (CEO of Sound Mind Live) about men’s mental health and the powerful effects music can have on well-being. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.…

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Support on the Homefront: Military and Families – Episode 33 52:27

9M ago52:27

52:27

In honor of National Veterans and Military Families Month, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with military veterans JB Moore (Air Force), Joel OJida (Marine Corps), and Katherine Martinez (Navy) about their experiences with mental health, family and supportive resources from organizations like NAMI. You can find additional episodes of this NAM…

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder – Episode 32 23:01

9M ago23:01

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Following OCD Awareness Week, guest host Barb Solish (NAMI national director of innovation) talks to Liz Norton (NAMI director of business analysis) about Liz’s experience with obsessive compulsive disorder. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.By National Alliance on Mental Illness

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EP 39: Lisa McKnight - The Boss Behind Barbie; The Movie, the Brand, Mattel & Motherhood! 43:28

9M ago43:28

43:28

We’re beyond excited to share this exclusive and candid interview with the ultimate girl boss of the ultimate girl brand, Lisa McKnight, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer at Mattel. Recently, Forbes recognized Lisa McKnight as one of the top brand marketers in the world for 2023 and after listening to this podcast, you’ll know why! W…

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Insurance, Families & Parity – Episode 31 38:27

10M ago38:27

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During Mental Illness Awareness Week, guest host Hannah Wesolowski (NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer) talks to Richele Keas (NAMI’s senior media manager) about mental health parity. In this episode, Richele shares her story as a mom who’s personally wrestled with insurance companies to find care for a loved one living with mental illness, and she also…

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Suicide Awareness & Mental Health Hygiene – Episode 30 35:40

10M ago35:40

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In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with Zak Williams (PYM) and Kendall Toole (Peloton) in honor of suicide prevention and awareness month. Having each lost a loved one to suicide, Zak and Kendall explain how they now use their stories to help others — and how they maintain their own mental hygiene along the wa…

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NAMI On Campus — Episode 29 39:43

10M ago39:43

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In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, guest host Alex Ang (member of NAMI NextGen), fills in for NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. to speak with Jayvein Greene (NAMI Young Leader 2023 Award Recipient), Zoë Warren (volunteer for NAMI’s new Youth & Young Adult Helpline) and Rishika Rohatgi (member of NAMI Next Gen) about how students can help make mental …

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EP 38: Former Canadian Prime Minister Kim Campbell - Icon for Democracy and Leadership 54:05

10M ago54:05

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Our guest is The Right Honourable Kim Campbell, former Prime Minister of Canada. Kim is a powerhouse whose life has been a life of firsts: from the age of 16 when she became the first female student body president at Prince of Wales Secondary School, to the first female president for her freshman class at University of British Columbia, to holding …

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Back-to-School Anxiety (ENCORE) – Episode 28 37:35

11M ago37:35

37:35

In this ENCORE episode of NAMI’s podcast, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with Willa (NAMI ambassador, singer/songwriter and newly enrolled Harvard student) and Angel Zhong (NAMI Next Gen youth advisor, rising senior and newly elected class president at University of the Pacific) about students' anxieties as they head back to school. How are…

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EPISODE 20: Support from a Sibling Who’s Been There 1:04:31

11M ago1:04:31

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In the final episode of this limited series, Liam Winters is the second of four children in his family, just a couple years older than his sister, Emma. Both Liam and Emma struggled with depression in their early years and both ultimately developed bipolar disorder. They talk with Dr. Ken Duckworth, NAMI’s Chief Medical Officer, about the ways in w…

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Stigma & Mental Health Equity – Episode 27 53:23

11M ago53:23

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In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. talks with Dr. Devika Bhushan, Dr. Napoleon Higgins and Angelina Hudson about stigma and mental health equity. ================= Additional show notes: Dr Bhushan leads a transformative well-being community via a newsletter and storytelling platform called Spread the light with Dr D…

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EPISODE 19: Health, Recovery and De-Escalation 43:02

12M ago43:02

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Drea Landry lives in Northern California and has experienced bipolar disorder as well as disorders related to anxiety and post-traumatic stress. She speaks with NAMI’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ken Duckworth, about her path to understanding her mental health and how best to manage the challenges set before her. In one part of the interview, Drea t…

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EPISODE 18: Sharing a Wealth of Experience 38:25

12M ago38:25

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Ray Lay is on the national Board of Directors, the Board of Directors for NAMI Indiana, and is considered to be in the In Our Own Voice Hall of Fame, having shared his story over 200 times in presentations of NAMI’s In Our Own Voice program. Ray is an honorably discharged veteran who has had experience with substance issues, a period of being unhou…

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NAMICon Fireside Chat with Kenneth Cole – Episode 26 38:08

12M ago38:08

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In this special episode of "Hope Starts With Us" recorded at NAMICon on May 25, 2023, NAMI CEO Dan Gillison interviews Kenneth Cole, an icon in the world of fashion and apparel who is also an ardent and visionary advocate for mental health. Hear them discuss what led to the creation of Cole's Mental Health Coalition, the power of branding and what …

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EPISODE 17: Discovering That Recovery Is Possible 34:20

12M ago34:20

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Chrissy Barnard was repeatedly hospitalized and was never told that recovery was possible. It was only when she went to NAMI Connection in Duluth that recovery was mentioned as an option. Chrissy began to build her recovery plan, which included dialectical behavior therapy, working with her psychiatrist, and her spirituality. She talks with Dr. Ken…

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EPISODE 16: Receiving Help & Passing It Along 41:10

1y ago41:10

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Nikki Rashes is grateful to her mother for the unending support she provided throughout Nikki’s recovery. Nikki now works for the NAMI National office as the Senior Manager of Programs and Digital Training Delivery. She also regularly speaks as a part of NAMI’s In Our Own Voice program, where she shares her journey to recovery after being diagnosed…

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Bebe Moore Campbell’s Legacy: Mental Health for ALL – Episode 25 30:50

1y ago30:50

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In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with friends of Bebe Moore Campbell, Nancy Carter and Dr. Linda Wharton-Boyd, about Bebe’s impact and how we can all play a role in keeping her legacy alive. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.…

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EPISODE 15: Finding Help & Helping Others 42:20

1y ago42:20

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Carlos Laurrari describes himself primarily as a mental health advocate. He’s pursuing a law degree at the University of Michigan and a policy degree at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. In the spare time he somehow still has, Carlos plays music with his band, Fogdog. Carlos also has a background as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitio…

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EPISODE 14: Love, Marriage & Mental Health Journeys 43:18

1y ago43:18

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Dante and Chastity Murry are a married couple, living in Kentucky, and they have a lot in common. They met through their mutual involvement in NAMI affiliates in their area, and they both live with mental health conditions. They base their successful marriage, in part, on principles they’ve learned through NAMI support programs. Dante and Chastity …

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Pride & LGBTQ+ Mental Health – Episode 24 52:40

1y ago52:40

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In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, guest host Matt Raymond, NAMI communications director, fills in for NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. to speak with Rosemary Ketchum (former board member of NAMI Greater Wheeling, W.Va., and first openly transgender official to be elected in West Virginia) and Frank Grimsley (body-positive, queer content creator, br…

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EPISODE 13: The Power of Family & the Power of Recovery 37:02

1y ago37:02

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George Kaufmann, a father, and Patrick Kaufmann, his son, have developed some incredible communication skills as their family has come together around Patrick’s mental health condition. In a broad-ranging conversation with NAMI’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ken Duckworth, George and Patrick recall Patrick’s struggle with substance use disorder and s…

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EPISODE 12: Healing in the Service of Others 31:04

1y ago31:04

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After a long career with the U.S. Postal Service, Marc DeGregorio retired a few years ago and dedicated his time and energy to helping others. He teaches classes for NAMI, including the Family-to-Family program. That’s an eight-week program meant for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. Marc’s passion for …

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Maternal Mental Health & Bipolar Disorder – Episode 23 27:39

1y ago27:39

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In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with actor, mental health advocate and NAMI Ambassador Alessandra Torresani about her journey with maternal mental health and bipolar disorder. Tune in to hear more about Alessandra’s journey balancing self-care with motherhood, decisions about medication during pregnancy, an…

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EPISODE 11: Superheroes, Pride & Survival 48:02

1y ago48:02

48:02

This Pride Month, we bring you the story of Nick Emeigh, a member of the LGBTQ+ community. By day, he is a mild-mannered leader at a NAMI affiliate. But on special occasions, he dons a mask, a cape and big, green boots to become… NAMI Man! Unlike Clark Kent or Bruce Wayne, Nick doesn’t keep his identity secret, nor does he keep his mental health st…

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EPISODE 10: Dissociative Identity Disorder, Church & Family 32:45

1y ago32:45

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Tracy Green was diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder, or DID. It’s a condition where there are two or more personality states within the same person. DID used to be known as multiple personality disorder, and while the condition is often depicted in movies and TV shows, the reality is very different from Hollywood’s portrayal. Tracy talks …

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Taking a Break 1:44

1y ago1:44

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We're taking a break for Memorial Day, but we'll be back on June 14! You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.By National Alliance on Mental Illness

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EPISODE 9: Wellness, Recovery & Action Plans 30:36

1y ago30:36

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Dr. Mary Ellen Copeland is the founder of Wellness Recovery Action Plan, a widely respected and widely employed approach to mental health care and maintenance. According to the website for the Copeland Center, “WRAP is a personalized wellness and recovery system born out of and rooted in the principle of self-determination. WRAP is a wellness and r…

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