Learn more about the upcoming course from this Q&A with a Peer-to-Peer facilitator Continue reading Q&A: New Peer-to-Peer Course Starts March 9
Mental Health in Rural America
Mosher dives into the state of mental health care especially in the country’s rural communities.Continue reading Mental Health in Rural America
Connecting with Recent Topics in Psychiatric Epidemiology
In this informational piece, Lane details recent insights in the field of psychiatric epidemiology including differences in mental health treatment across racial and ethnic groups.Continue reading Connecting with Recent Topics in Psychiatric Epidemiology
An Introduction to Psychiatric Epidemiology
Lane provides an in-depth dive into the field of psychiatric epidemiology. Continue reading An Introduction to Psychiatric Epidemiology
Greetings from the New Newsletter Team!
By Cathy Hearn and Novia Wong This month, the NAMI Washtenaw County newsletter team is welcoming a new member and a not-so-new member in a new role. Get to know Cathy Hearn and Novia Wong. Cathy Hearn, Editor Hello! I’m delighted to be taking on the role of Editor for the NAMI WC Newsletter. IContinue reading Greetings from the New Newsletter Team!
In the news
I search often for articles and blogs dealing with topics related to mental illness that would appeal to our readers. Here is a sampling of some recent finds. – Linda Koopmann I have not yet viewed the film “That Way Madness Lies,” produced by filmmaker Sandra Luckow and her family about their attempt to navigateContinue reading In the news
Judge Karen Quinlan Valvo, 15th Judicial District Court
The Honorable Karen Quinlan Valvo, a judge on the 15th Judicial District Court, will be the guest speaker at NAMI WC’s Annual Meeting, which will be held via Zoom on Saturday, March 27, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Registration is required (www.namiwc.org). Judge Valvo was chosen to be the guest speaker at this meetingContinue reading Judge Karen Quinlan Valvo, 15th Judicial District Court
Focus on Advocacy — Facilitator Training for NAMI WC Story Jam
Story Jam is a process for teaching people with mental health conditions and their supporters how to tell stories that advocate for improvements in care, housing, etc. Facilitators help our advocacy team to teach the Story Jam process. If you are interested in learning more about Story Jam and becoming a facilitator, email Mark CreekmoreContinue reading Focus on Advocacy — Facilitator Training for NAMI WC Story Jam
In the News
As newsletter editor, I am always searching for articles and blogs that would appeal to our readers. Recently, I have noticed and appreciated the increasing number of articles in mainstream news outlets that alert the public to the growing incidence of mental illness during the pandemic. This emerging awareness is good news for those whoContinue reading In the News
In the News
As newsletter editor, I am always searching for articles and blogs that would appeal to our readers. Recently, I have noticed and appreciated the increasing number of articles in mainstream news outlets that alert the public to the growing incidence of mental illness during the pandemic. This emerging awareness is good news for those whoContinue reading In the News