Mental Health Resource Links

• ADD-ADHD
• NIMH · Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• A detailed booklet that describes ADHD symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping.
• Attention Deficit Disorder Association
• The Attention Deficit Disorder Association provides information, resources and networking opportunities to help adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder lead better lives.
  We provide hope, empowerment and connections worldwide by bringing together science and the human experience for both adults with ADHD and professionals who serve them.
• CHADD Live | Home Page
• CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation's leading non-profit organization serving individuals with AD/HD and their families. CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S. Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others.
• ADD WareHouse Homepage
• Leading resource for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), attention deficit disorder (ADD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), learning disabilities, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism, Asperger's, and related problems. ADD books, ADHD books, ADD videos, ADHD videos, Conners Rating Scale
• Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD and ADHD) - Psych Central
• Attention deficit disorder (ADHD) symptoms, resources, and treatment from Psych Central.
• ADHD Treatments, Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms - Help For ADD
• This site provides parents, professionals, and educators with the latest research on ADD to help them learn the most current information for helping children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder/Attention Deficit Disorder.
• Home | Attention Deficit Disorder Resources
• Founded in 1993, Attention Deficit Disorder Resources (ADD Resources) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run mostly by adult volunteers with ADHD. We are dedicated to supporting, educating and serving as a resource for people with ADHD.
• Informa Healthcare - International Review of Psychiatry - 18(2):155 - Summary
• Omega-3 fatty acids in ADHD and related neurodevelopmental disorders
• Addiction and Recovery
• Alcoholics Anonymous :
• Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
  
• Alcoholism Drug Addiction Recovery Relapse Prevention AA Speaker Meetings 12 Step Programs
• Welcome to the Recovery Broadcast Network! We are dedicated to using the latest technology to bring the best recovery related resources to web surfers everywhere.
• Prevention of Substance Abuse and Mental Illness, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
• The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. In order to achieve this mission, SAMHSA has identified 8 Strategic Initiatives to focus the Agency's work on improving lives and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.
• Find Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment
• SAMHSA Find Treatment - Information for the Public
• Anxiety and Panic
• Answers to Your Questions About Panic Disorder
• Panic disorder is a highly treatable condition that, once treated, does not lead to any permanent complications. The quality of economic, personal and health aspects of life can be severely impacted without treatment.
• National Center for PTSD Home
• The National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) aims to advance the clinical care and social welfare of U.S. Veterans through research, education and training on PTSD and stress-related disorders. This site provides educational resources for Veterans and also for health care providers, researchers, and the general public.
• Associations - Professional
• American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Between 7 and 12 Million American youth suffer from mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders at any given time. The AACAP (American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) is the leading national professional medical association dedicated to treating and improving the quality of life for children, adolescents, and families affected by these disorders
• American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
• Professionally developed resources for practitioners and consumers of marriage and family therapy.
• American Psychiatric Association
• The American Psychiatric Association, founded in 1844, is the world’s largest psychiatric organization. It is a medical specialty society representing more than 36,000 psychiatric physicians from the United States and around the world. Its member physicians work together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorders, including intellectual developmental disorders and substance use disorders. APA is the voice and conscience of modern psychiatry.
• American Psychological Association (APA)
• The American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychologists in the United States. APA educates the public about psychology, behavioral science, and mental health; promotes psychological science and practice; fosters the education and training of psychological scientists, practitioners and educators; advocates for psychological knowledge and practice to inform public policy; and champions the application of psychology to promote human rights, health, well-being and dignity.
• National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
• The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the largest scientific organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders and the promotion of mental health.
• The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - Homepage
• SAMHSA works to improve the quality and availability of substance abuse prevention, alcohol and drug addiction treatment, and mental health services. Includes links to community programs, information resources, events and articles.
• National Association of Social Workers
• The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with 150,000 members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth, maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.
• Depression
• Depression and How Psychotherapy and Other Treatments Can Help People Recover
• Depression is a real illness and carries with it a high cost in terms of relationship problems, family suffering, and lost work productivity. Yet, depression is a highly treatable illness, with psychotherapy, coping and cognitive-behavioral techniques, and medication.
• Diet and Mental Health
• Arch Neurol -- Mediterranean Diet, Alzheimer Disease, and Vascular Mediation, December 2006, Scarmeas et al. 63 (12): 1709
• Archives of Neurology, a monthly professional medical journal published by the American Medical Association, publishes original, peer-reviewed scientific research on the nervous system
• Informa Healthcare - International Review of Psychiatry - 18(2):155 - Summary
• Omega-3 fatty acids in ADHD and related neurodevelopmental disorders
• General Mental Health Links
• NIMH · Home
• The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the largest scientific organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders and the promotion of mental health.
• Psych Central - Trusted mental health, depression, bipolar, ADHD and psychology information .
• Dr. John Grohol's home of down-to-earth, reliable and objective mental health symptoms and treatment information. We're here to help.
• Psychology Topics
• Plain-language explanations of how our mental health and behavior play a role in everyday issues such as: aging, depression, eating disorders, emotional health, marriage & divorce, parenting, sexuality, sleep, stress and trauma.
• Health On the Net Foundation
• HON's mission is to guide Internet users to reliable understandable accessible and trustworthy sources of medical and health information. HON specialized Search engine and directory help Internet Users and Health Professionals to find the most reliable sources of information.
• Psychiatric News, Features, Special Reports and Career Opportunities - Psychiatric Times
• Psychiatric Times offers news, features, special reports, career opportunities, and tools and resources for psychiatrists and mental health professionals.
• Psychiatry News plus CME
• Physicians...get the latest breaking news on Psychiatry. Free CME, accredited by the University of Pennsylvannia, is available for physicians and other medical professionals.
• National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine [NCCAM] - nccam.nih.gov Home Page
• Official website of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM). NCCAM explores complementary and alternative healing practices in the context of rigorous science, trains researchers, and provides authoritative information to the public and professionals.
• Psychology Today: Health, Help, Happiness + Find a Therapist
• Psychology Today - Commentary, Research and News that cover all aspects of Human Behavior, from the workings of the brain, to relationships and the larger cultural forces that influence our decisions.
• Medication
• U S Food and Drug Administration Home Page
• Home Page for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• Drugs.com | Prescription Drug Information, Interactions & Side Effects
• Prescription drug information and news for professionals and consumers. Search our drug database for comprehensive prescription and patient information on 24,000 drugs online
• MedlinePlus - Health Information from the National Library of Medicine
• MedlinePlus - Health Information from the National Library of Medicine
• PDR Health | Rx Drug Interactions, Side Effects | Official site of physician desk reference
• Drug information guide and health resources for consumers from the publishers of the Physicians" Desk Reference. Info on interactions, side effects, side effects, symptoms, treatment, screening, approvals, more for prescription drugs, OTC, herbs, suppleme
• Vitamin and Mineral Supplement Fact Sheets
• The mission of the Office of Dietary Supplements at the National Institutes of Health is to strengthen knowledge and understanding of dietary supplements by evaluating scientific information, stimulating and supporting research, disseminating research results, and educating the public to foster an enhanced quality of life and health for the U.S. population.
• ParentsMedGuide.org
• This site helps parents and doctors help children and teens with depression. It's endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association and many other advocacy groups.
• Prescription Savings Program - Together Rx Access
• Prescription assistance resources may be available to help you and your family access the medicines you need to stay healthy and to manage chronic conditions...
• Parenting
• Parenting OC Magazine
• Orange County's award-winning magazine and resource for family friendly services, orange county events calendar, contests, private schools and products.
• Serious Mental Ilness
• Schizophrenia and Mental Illness
• The World Fellowship for Schizophrenia and Allied Disorders provides support and information for families coping with schizophrenia and serious mental illness.
• Managing a Special Needs Trust: A Guide for Trustees [Kindle Edition]
• Managing a Special Needs Trust: A Guide for Trustees is an invaluable resource for anyone who is managing a special needs trust for a person with a disability. This new book has covers all 50 states.
  Format: Kindle Edition
• Special Education - Law
• Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy
• Wrightslaw is leading website about special education law and advocacy, with thousands of articles, cases, and free resources about hundreds of special education topics, books by Peter Wright and Pamela Wright, and special education law and advocacy training.
• Wrightslaw Yellow Pages For Kids with Disabilities
• Help in finding attorneys, therapists, educational consultants, psychologists, diagnosticians, health care providers, tutors, coaches, and advocates for children with learning disabilities and special education needs

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