by E. A. | May 1, 2025 | Recovery, Resources
(Reposted from its original publication on April 20, 2022) Stigma is when someone views you in a negative way because you have a distinguishing characteristic or personal trait that’s thought to be, or actually is, a disadvantage (a negative stereotype)....
by Dona Yoder | Oct 25, 2022 | Community, Resources
Mental Illness in Alaska National Mental Illness Awareness Week (the first week of October) is recognized by NAMI Fairbanks throughout the whole month. This year, the theme is What I Wish I had Known, and NAMI Fairbanks is highlighting some of the effects of mental...
by Brenda McFarlane | Apr 21, 2022 | Community, Resources
Several years ago in our community, if you were trying to help a friend or loved one in the midst of a mental health crisis, your options were limited. You might have tried to transport the person to the Emergency Room department yourself or called 911 or attempted to...
