Book Spotlight: “I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help”
At the first NAMI West Los Angeles family support group I attended, I was handed materials on NAMI and other local mental health services and advised to read a book, […]
5 Weeks, 5 Ways to Share: Review Your Social Media Feed
One in five people will experience mental health challenges in their lives. For Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we’re presenting five topics — one per week — to d
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
Grief and Hope in Watching The Grammy Awards
The buzz for the Grammy Awards has faded, but I’m still thinking about Brandi Carlile, who won a few awards and brought the house down with her performance. I learned […]
New Year’s Resolutions for 2019
We asked around the office about new year’s resolutions. A few: “More yoga, less drama,” “more dancing,” “more time in nature.” Then we pu
Thank You on #GivingTuesday and Every Day
After we shared a list of the reasons we are grateful this year, and asked our members and supporters to do the same. The responses have touched us and filled […]
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
Acknowledging the Importance of Minority Mental Health Month
July is Minority Mental Health Month-it’s crucial to remember that mental illness doesn’t discriminate. Regardless of a person’s race, gender, religion or sexual orientation,