NAMI North Texas Youth Programs help battle the stigma that surrounds mental health conditions and provide the resources and support that can make a difference in the lives of youth and their families.
All programs are offered free of charge.
NAMI's Ending the Silence program is a trio of engaging presentations to help schools and organizations serving youth and their families address mental health. Ending the Silence is a powerful tool in raising awareness, improving understanding and reducing stigma. Read more HERE.
NAMI on Campus clubs are student-led, student-run mental health organizations on college and high school campuses. NAMI on Campus clubs:
Raise mental health awareness with fairs, walks and candlelit vigils.
Educate the campus with presentations, guest speakers and student panels.
Advocate for improved mental health services and policies on campus.
Support peers with signature NAMI programs and training from NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates.
Read more HERE
Raise mental health awareness with fairs, walks and candlelit vigils.
Educate the campus with presentations, guest speakers and student panels.
Advocate for improved mental health services and policies on campus.
Support peers with signature NAMI programs and training from NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates.
Read more HERE
NAMI Basics is a free, six session program designed for parents and other family caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Read more HERE.
NAMI North Texas is proud to partner with these schools, universities, churches, and community groups to encourage conversation about mental health.
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Public Schools
Colleges and Universities
Churches
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Private Schools
Charter Schools
Community Organizations
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Click photo to download Mental Health Facts: Children & Teens
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Telling the difference between "normal" behaviors and what might be the signs of a mental health condition isn't always easy. Some common warning signs are highlighted in this video.
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Join our Youth Mental Health Team!
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Are you a young adult or adult with lived mental health experience? Are you ready to share your experience to help others? Become part of this powerful program in your community. Become an Ending the Silence presenter. Complete a Volunteer Application or contact LisaP@NAMINorthTexas.org |