Mental Health Conditions
Mental illnesses are medical conditions that can affect a person’s thinking, feelings, and moods. They can also affect the way a person relates to other people and how well they manage day-to-day activities. Family members and friends can also be affected when there is a serious illness of any kind in the family including mental illness.
HelpLine
In Need of Help or Support? You are not alone! If you are struggling with your mental health, the NAMI Utah HelpLine is here for you. Connect with our HelpLine Support Team today.
QPR: Suicide Prevention Education
QPR is a 60-90 minute training. Free online workshops run on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. According to the Surgeon General’s National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (2001), a gatekeeper is someone in a position to recognize a crisis and the warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide.
Legal System
NAMI Utah is aware that, far too often, there is a link between the legal system and those with mental health conditions. This is due to many factors including inadequate access to psychiatric care, housing, and other community supports. When you or a family member becomes involved with the criminal justice system it can be a scary and confusing time.
If a Family Member or Friend with Serious Mental Illness Has Been Arrested
Listed below are some steps you can take if a family member or friend has been arrested and is in jail. These are general guidelines. Please understand that each jail will have its own policies and procedures which may be different from what is outlined below.
Mental Health Court FAQs
The following information is for adults with serious mental illness who have been arrested and will be going to court on criminal charges that may result in jail or prison time.
