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Hi everyone! My name is Cameron and my passion is helping those who are affected by mental health conditions. On top of my involvement with the NAMI Community and working in the mental health field, I have a lot of personal experience to draw upon. 

Come check out the NAMI Subcommunity and say hi!

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Recent forum posts
Sleep Issues
Healthy Living / by gonzo6
Last post
June 8th, 2019
...See more Many people experience problems sleeping including not getting enough sleep, not feeling rested and not sleeping well. This problem can lead to difficulties functioning during the daytime and have unpleasant effects on your work, social and family life. Sleep issues can go hand in hand with many different mental health conditions. Sleeping too much or not at all can also be side-effects of many psychiatric medications. In addition to affecting sleep itself, many medical and mental health conditions can be worsened by sleep-related problems [https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions/Related-Conditions/Sleep-Disorders]. Relaxation techniques, medication, exercise and CBT can all be helpful remedies for sleep issues. For those of you who experience sleep issues, what kind of coping mechanisms do you use? What helps you to get a good night's sleep?
Do you have a friend who seems to be struggling?
Relationship Stress / by gonzo6
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December 10th, 2017
...See more It can be hard to know how to help when a friend is going through a tough time. Use this thread to share with us what's happening and we'll offer some suggestions to help you handle the situation!
What are your thoughts on service/emotional support animals?
General Support / by gonzo6
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August 3rd, 2017
...See more What are the perks of having an emotional support animal or a service animal? Any thoughts?
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