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NAMI Washtenaw County has recently learned of the death of a longtime member and Family-to-Family facilitator, Mark Delaney of Dexter, MI. Mark was a retired psychiatric social worker and had great affection for NAMI Washtenaw County. He has written his own obituary, which may be seen in the MLive Death Notices and read online at thisContinue reading Remembering Mark Delaney Continue reading Remembering Mark Delaney
Learn more about the experience of facilitating a Family-to-Family classContinue reading Leading Family-to-Family Lifts Her Up
We’d like to thank Washtenaw County Community Mental Health (WCCMH) for supporting NAMI Washtenaw County.Continue reading Sponsor Spotlight: WCCMH
Gratitude isn’t just polite; it’s also something that can have a significant impact on mental health.Continue reading The Power of Gratitude
Pat shares why she’s participating in NAMIWalks Washtenaw County and walking to support mental health for all.Continue reading Why I Walk: Pat’s Story
NAMI WC fall merch is available for a limited time and available for pickup at NAMIWalks Washtenaw County.Continue reading Show Your Support with NAMI WC Merch
Natalie shares why participating in NAMIWalks Washtenaw County is so meaningful. Continue reading Why I Walk: Natalie’s Story
It can be difficult to feel like you need to make a “comeback” after diagnosis, but there is hope. Continue reading Personal Story: Learning How to Get Up Again
More people are turning to AI for mental health support, but there are risks involved. Continue reading AI Therapy on the Rise
Trevor writes about his experience in the early stages of a mental health diagnosis and beyond, sharing a story of hope. Continue reading Personal Story: Noise and the Blank Canvas
NAMI Washtenaw County merch is now available in two different designs. Learn more about the artists.Continue reading New Merch Available Now – Meet the Artist
In this short poem that draws inspiration from waves, Mary writes about mental health.Continue reading Waves: A Poem
Stephanie shares how she learned about NAMI WC and later got involved. Continue reading My Experience with NAMI WC
The author explores recent research surrounding the link between perfectionism and anorexia.Continue reading The Link Between Perfectionism and Anorexia
Author and NAMI volunteer leader Michelle Yang speaks about her new memoir, Phoenix Girl.Continue reading About the Advocate & Author: Michelle Yang
The author reviews research and resources surrounding Postpartum Depression.Continue reading Postpartum Depression (PPD): Breaking the Silence on Maternal Mental Health
The author details their experiences with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).Continue reading How DBT Has Changed My Life
The author describes background and resources related to Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.Continue reading Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: How to Help Yourself and Others
This article describes a recent screening of Parents to Parents: After Your Child’s Suicide Attempt and a discussion panel hosted afterward.Continue reading Parents to Parents: After Your Child’s Suicide Attempt
This article describes definitions and resources related to teen dating violence and mental health in light of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.Continue reading Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness