Upcoming Event: 320 Conversations
Our Executive Director, Erin Raftery Ryan, will be participating in special event to de-stigmatize mental illness: "320 Conversations" on March 9, 6:30 to 9 pm, at USC's Bovard Aud
February Speakers Series: Dave Leon and The Painted Brain
Our February Speaker Series: Dave Leon and The Painted Brain: Using the Arts to Change the Discussion About Mental Health Conditions
Honoring Military Service Members on Veterans Day
Today, we celebrate and honor America’s veterans for their patriotism and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good of our nation. We are proud to have a p
7 Communications Tips for Families Coping with Mental Illness
Persons with brain disorders can have problems with realities, be fearful, agitated and withdrawn, use poor judgment, have little motivation or empathy for you, and believe their d
11 Ways You Can Make Space for the Mental Illness Visiting Your Family
I like to share this quote with family members who love someone with a mental health condition: “Ask not what disease the person has, but what person the disease has.” [&hellip
What You Can Do To Prevent Suicide: Warning Signs, Risk Factors, And Support In A Crisis
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, and suicide rates have increased by 30% since 1999 (CDC). With effective care, suicidal thoughts are treatable, and
When Dating, How and When Do You Disclose Your Mental Health Condition?
By Moses Kim Now that I am stable in terms of my bipolar condition, I am feeling incredible both physically and mentally through hard work with mental health professionals, su
Speaker Series: Hannah Liddell
WHAT: “DRC (Disability Rights California): An Introduction to OPRABA” WHO: Hannah Liddell, Supervising Attorney, Office of Payee Review and Beneficiary Assistance DRC i
Book Review: “I Am Not Sick; I Don’t Need Help! How to Help Someone with Mental Illness Accept Treatment”
Dr. Xavier Amador is a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience. He is a professor at Columbia University’s Teachers College in New York City and the author of [&he
Book Review: “The Skipping Stone: The Rippling Effect of Mental Illness in the Family”
In “The Skipping Stone: The Rippling Effect of Mental Illness in the Family,” Mona Wasow supports wholeheartedly NAMI Westside’s Family to Family groups with a strong