NAMI
The National Alliance on Mental Illness
of the Upper Valley
Presents:
Family-to-Family Education Program
Free Education and Support for
Families
Take a fascinating look inside
some of today’s current research on brain disorders. Find the keys to
successful communication with your relative.
Attend with other family members
just like you in a confidential setting.
Learn all about the biology of
the brain disorders - known as mental illnesses. Learn how families unite
together against this disability.
For more information, please
call:
523-2394 or 522-3910
Current
information about schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder (manic
depression), panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, borderline
personality disorder, and co-occurring brain disorders and addictive
disorders. Up-to-date information about medications, side effects, and
strategies for medication adherence. Current research are related to the
biology of brain disorders and the evidence-based, most effective treatments
to promote recovery.
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Learning in special
workshops for problem solving, listening, and communication
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Techniques.
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Acquiring strategies
for handling crises and Release Focusing on care for the caregiver:
coping with worry, stress, and emotional overload
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Guidance on locating
appropriate support and services within the community
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Information on
advocacy initiatives designed to improve and expand services
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Gaining empathy by
understanding the subjective, lived experience of a person with mental
illness
SUPPORT GROUP MEETS 2ND
AND 4TH
TUESDAYS of the Month
CLASSES START SEPTEMBER 3RD
