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

In the News

Study Reveals Patterns of Patients at Increased Suicide Risk

December 13, 2019

Side Effects Mild with Antidepressant Dose of Ketamine

November 18, 2019

Infant and female caregiver holding tablet and speaking with doctor.

NIH Awards Funding for Early Autism Screening

November 6, 2019

Events

The NIMH Director’s Innovation Speaker Series: Diagnosing Resilience: A Multisystemic Model for Positive Development in Stressed Environments

January 7, 2020

Reddit “Ask Me Anything” with Dr. Margaret Grabb – NIMH’s Small Business Research Programs

January 29, 2020

Past

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Making Health Care Transition Work for Youth with Autism: Youth and Parent Perspectives and National Resources

December 13, 2019

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.