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Saturday, October, 11, 2008

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Depression and Disability Benefits - SSI and SSDI

Even with the best of treatment and the best possible support system, depression, other mental health conditions, and comorbid conditions can sometimes be quite debilitating.   Health issues make life difficult enough without the added burden of being unable to work and support oneself. If you find yourself in this situation, there are... Read moreChevron

Have a Mental Illness? Don't Plan on Attending the Beijing Olympics.

Sad and angry? Yes. Surprised? No. That's my basic reaction to a nine-page document issued by the Beijing Olympic organizing committee.   The document lists who will be denied a visa and entry to China for the Olympics. That list includes those with "mental diseases."   Ironically, China has lifted a longstanding rule that... Read moreChevron

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Depression Interview on the Radio Saturday

If you're in the Waco, Texas, area...   Check out "Lessons for Your Life" on 94.5 FM radio Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. (central time)   It was my pleasure to talk with the show's host, Robert Barnes, for nearly an hour yesterday afternoon. Our discussion will be broken into two radio shows airing on Saturday mornings. Our... Read moreChevron

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YES! House Passes Increases for Veterans Mental Illness Treatment

I just received a NAMI email newsletter that contains great news about treatments for our veterans... By a vote of 409-4 the House today passed legislation funding the Department of Veterans Affairs for FY 2009. The bill (HR 6599) includes $3.8 billion for mental illness treatment and $584 million for substance abuse treatment in the VA... Read moreChevron

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