What Is NAMI Ending the Silence?
NAMI Ending the Silence is a school mental health presentation for middle and high school students, teachers and parents in Westside Los Angeles.
Led by NAMI representatives with lived experience, the program introduces important mental health topics and creates space for an informative, open discussion.
What Students Learn
NAMI Westside Los Angeles presenters help students understand:
- Common warning signs of mental health conditions
- Important mental health facts and statistics
- How to seek help for themselves
- How to support a family member or friend who may need help
Why Ending the Silence Matters
Research on NAMI Ending the Silence has shown that the student program can improve middle and high school students’ knowledge and attitudes about mental health conditions while encouraging them to seek help.
Why Families Value Ending the Silence
Bring NAMI Ending the Silence to Your School
Interested in having NAMI present an “Ending the Silence” presentation at a Westside Los Angeles school?
Questions?
Contact our School Program Coordinator, Oshri Hakak.
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