Mental Health Information
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) offers authoritative information about mental disorders, a range of related topics, and the latest mental health research.
Featured Topics and Events
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NIMH Livestream Event on Seasonal Affective Disorder
On October 26, 2021, NIMH conducted a livestream event on seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Watch expert Matthew Rudorfer, M.D., chief of the Adult Psychopharmacology, Somatic, and Integrated Treatment Research Program at NIMH, discuss the signs, symptoms, treatments, and the latest research on SAD.
I’m So Stressed Out! Fact Sheet
This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed.
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Health Topics
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Statistics
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Brochures and Fact Sheets
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Help for Mental Illnesses
If you or someone you know has a mental illness, there are ways to get help. Use these resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a family member. (Esta página también está disponible en español.)
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Clinical Trials
Unless otherwise specified, NIMH information and publications are in the public domain and available for use free of charge. Citation of the NIMH is appreciated. Please see our Citing NIMH Information and Publications page for more information.