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How Can Alcohol Abuse Affect Your Family Relationships?

There are people who drink regularly, not really realizing that they may be consuming far too much alcohol over the course of a week. When you are addicted to alcohol...

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Narcolepsy impact on mental health

Narcolepsy – The Most Underrated Mental Health Killer

Narcolepsy is one of the most commonly misunderstood health disorders. This neurological autoimmune disorder can affect people in varying ways and is often extremely difficult to diagnose. Here are 5...

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4 Ways to Deal With Anxiety Without Traditional Medication

4 Ways to Deal With Anxiety Without Traditional Medication

Although a good number of anti-anxiety medications exist on the market, some people don’t like to use them to treat their anxiety. These drugs don’t always work consistently, and many...

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Learning to Eat Again: Bringing Your Appetite Back After an Eating Disorder

Learning to Eat Again: Bringing Your Appetite Back After an Eating Disorder

Having an eating disorder is about more than the physical — much of it is mental and emotional as well. Now that you are on the road to recovery emotionally...

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2019 NAMI ANNUAL REPORT

2019 Annual Appeal & Annual Report

2019 Annual Appeal & Annual Report

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How to Live a Full Life When You Have Depression

How to Live a Full Life When You Have Depression

Depression is something that can affect anyone. In fact, depression affects a large portion of the population, up to 26% of women and 12% of men. There are a variety...

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CBS NEWS STOP THE STIGMA

“CBS This Morning”: Stop the Stigma

In an effort to help break down stigmas surrounding mental health, "CBS This Morning" broadcast a special live audience event, "Stop the Stigma: A Conversation About Mental Health." Guests include...

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Medicaid Benefits Become More Difficult to Access

Illinois Medicaid Program Advanced Cloud Technology (IMPACT) program

As of November 1, 2019, any prescription, referral, or order for medical tests must be written by a medical professional who is enrolled in the Illinois Medicaid Program Advanced Cloud...

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NAMI Family Support Group | IN-PERSON ONLY (Saturdays @ 9AM)

Date Sep 9, 2026 Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

NAMI Family Support Group | IN-PERSON ONLY (Saturdays @ 9AM)

It gives family members of those who have a loved one with a mental health…

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Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

Date Sep 9, 2026 Time 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

This group provides a space for participants to find healthy ways of remembering and honoring…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

Date Sep 9, 2026 Time 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

Date Sep 9, 2026 Time 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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