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2009-12-19 | New research out from uSwitch.com reveals that 15% of consumers are cutting back on Christmas cards this year as a result of earlier postal strikes.

2009-12-12 | Recent NAMI survey highlights public is aware of the risks of not receiving care

2009-12-05 | More than 80 percent of people suffer from the 'holiday blues' during the Christmas season. Find out how you can avoid stress and overwhelm and actually enjoy the festive holiday.

2009-11-16 | New study discovers Veterans Mental Health Act still not implemented.

2009-11-12 | Americans do not believe they know much about depression, but are highly aware of the risks of not receiving care, according to a survey released by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

2009-11-01 | U.S. House bill promises key components for people with mental illness

2009-10-30 | National Alliance on Mental Illness opposes Halloween costumes, attractions that perpetuate mental health illness stereotypes

2009-10-25 | National Alliance on Mental Illness "On Campus" resource available to college students

2009-10-25 | NAMI joins patient advocates in asking White House to support resources for NIMH

2009-10-03 | The surgical procedure known as a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is one of the most requested cosmetic plastic surgeries in the United States. This surgical procedure tightens abdominal muscles and removes excess fat and skin at the same time.

2009-09-23 | Columbus-based weight loss surgery program, Fresh Start Bariatrics at Riverside Methodist Hospital, inspired the Fresh Start Posse, which stemmed from bariatric patients seeking support and activities after surgery.

2009-08-31 | The National Council introduces the Transition Age Youth Project, which will aid youth with serious mental illnesses- helping them to lead productive lives in the community.

2009-07-02 | Remember Michael Jackson, he either passed from us leaving only his music, or in death he can remain an icon to set millions of sheople free from slick drug advertisements and the resulting drug dependency. Which will he be to you?

2009-06-08 | Hill Day: Inclusion in Healthcare Reform

2009-06-04 | Karen Smith is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor II for Branchville Correctional Facility's Substance Abuse Re-Entry Department

2009-05-29 | Deborah M. Wade, a Certified Sex Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor and Owner of ACTSolutions Recognized for Excellence in Marriage and Family Therapy

2009-05-29 | Though we are approaching the eighth anniversary of 9/11, many New Yorkers are still dealing with the events of that day in the form of health problems.

2009-05-18 | A person's mental diet is a key factor influencing mental health. Improving the mental diet can reduce stress and anxiety.

2009-05-17 | Craig Newmark, the founder of Craigslist, donated $15,000 to Project Helping Hands, a National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare program that provides emergency mental health services to communities in the wake of disasters.

2009-04-29 | National Council report finds that mental health homes are critical to help people recover from serious emotional and behavioral disorders and avoid co-occurring diseases, which are responsible for three out of every five mental health patient deaths