The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.

In the News

Persistent, Distressing Psychotic-like Experiences Associated with Impairment in Youth

November 17, 2021

Dr. Tracy Waldeck Named Director of NIMH Division of Extramural Activities

November 10, 2021

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Researchers Find Disparities in Suicide Risk Among Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Adults

November 9, 2021

Research Highlights

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Understanding the Characteristics of Suicide in Young Children

December 14, 2021

Genomic Data From More Than 41,000 People Shed New Light on Bipolar Disorder

September 29, 2021

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A New Strength-Focused Framework to Prevent American Indian and Alaska Native Youth Suicide

September 23, 2021

About NIMH

NIMH Strategic Plan

Read about our plan for the institute's research priorities.

Inside NIMH

Funding News for Current and Future NIMH Awardees.

Find NIMH funding opportunities and announcements, including those specific to clinical research and training, and learn more about NIMH funding strategies, the application process, and grants management.

Finding Treatment

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.

Join A Study

Learn more about how to participate in outpatient and inpatient studies at the NIH Clinical Center, a hospital dedicated to the highest quality research.