NAMI Ohio Names ADAMH Board of Franklin County "Board of the Year"
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) Ohio recently named the ADAMH Board of Franklin County as “Board of the Year.”
ADAMH's Levy Request to Continue Critical Services
On April 5, 2005, the ADAMH Board of Trustees approved a resolution requesting placement on the November 8, 2005 ballot for a 10-year, 2.2 mill replacement levy. ADAMH would use the replacement levy monies to maintain our current level of services and increase access to critical services in the community.
ADAMH Announces Levy Request
ADAMH Board Chair Carla M. Curtis, Ph.D., announced a resolution was being sent to the Franklin County Board of Commissioners regarding ADAMH's request to be on the November 8, 2005 ballot. The following article by Encarnacion Pyle about ADAMH's levy request appeared in the April 6, 2005 edition of The Columbus Dispatch.
Mental Health in the Spring
For many people, spring is a time for enjoying the outdoors; for others, spring is a time for the onset of certain mental health issues, such as depression and bipolar disorder. Get to know why spring is common time for mental health issues to occur and learn the signs to look for if you're concerned you or a loved one may be suffering from a mental illness.
Despite Decrease in Alcohol and Illicit Drug Use, Inhalant Use on Rise
The decrease in abuse of some substances is a great example of how prevention efforts are becoming effective; however, it emphasizes the need for continued prevention efforts, especially focusing on the abuse of inhalants. Find out the facts and learn how you can help prevent your teen from abusing inhalants.
Stories of Success: From Hearing Voices to Having a Voice
When Trina turned 18 years old, she started hearing the voices. The voices were calling her name, over and over. Then she started seeing flocks of birds. They would gather in front of her and then - with just the blink of an eye - they would disappear. After seeking the help of a health care professional, Trina was officially diagnosed with schizophrenia.
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ADAMH in the Spotlight
ADAMH invites you to log on to our Web site at www.adamhfranklin.org. Check out our media clips in the Press Room – just click on ADAMH In The News.We welcome any feedback and questions about our system of care in Franklin County. Just e-mail us at public_information@adamh.co.franklin.oh.us or call (614) 222-3767. We look forward to hearing from you!
Myth: People with mental illnesses can't get better.

Fact: Mental illnesses are treatable diseases. With proper treatment, the majority of people with a mental illness can recover and go on to lead healthy, productive lives. Long-term research has shown that the majority of people being treated for a mental illness show improvement with the help of treatment and maintain stable lives. There are many types of treatment available to individuals who suffer from a mental illness, such as medications, therapy and rehabilitation.

About ADAMH
ADAMH, the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board, is Franklin County's safety net of care for people seeking mental health, alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment services. Through more than 40 local community agencies, ADAMH helps more than 38,000 Franklin County residents get the help they need to lead healthy, productive lives. And with the help of a sliding-fee scale, anyone in the community can receive quality, affordable ADAMH services at one of our neighborhood agencies located throughout Franklin County.

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ADAMH
447 East Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 224-1057
Fax: (614) 224-0991
www.adamhfranklin.org


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