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Mental Health Links - Girls’ healthOrganizations- http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/p.asp?WebPage_ID=562
This is a clearinghouse for up-to-date information about eating disorders treatment, resources, and advocacy. The PFN Web site will also link users to other families who are struggling with the challenges of a loved one's eating disorder.
- http://www.fatherhood.org/
NFI encourages fathers to take a positive, active role in their children’s lives by educating the public about the benefits of parent involvement.
- http://www.nichd.nih.gov
This organization conducts research on the reproductive, neurobiologic, developmental, and behavioral processes that determine and maintain the health of children, adults, families and populations. On-line publications on a variety of topics related to pregancy, human development, and children are available.
- http://www.nasponline.org
NASP has made these materials available free of charge to the public in order to promote the ability of children and youth to cope with the anniversary of September 11. The materials may be adapted, reproduced, reprinted, or posted on websites without specific permission as long as the integrity of the content is maintained and NASP is given proper credit. A great resource for parents, caregivers and other nonprofessionals. Helpful do's and dont's.
- http://www.bpkids.org/
A virtual community center run by a national, not-for-profit, parent-based organization for families raising children and adolescents diagnosed with (or at risk for) early-onset bipolar disorder. Includes message boards, chat rooms, on-line support groups, an on-line searchable database of professionals and research data.
- http://www.annafoundation.org
The Anna Foundation is dedicated to the celebration of Anna Caroline Jennings' life through exhibiting her incredible art work as well as using her life experience to educate others on the epidemic of childhood sexual abuse and its horrific effects on the individual and society.
- http://www.aacap.org/
This membership organization supports research and practice guidelines that aid in understanding and treatment of the developmental, behavioral, and mental disorders that affect children and adolescents. AACAP also provides information for parents and families.
- http://www.childhelpusa.org/report_hotline.htm
The National Child Abuse Hotline.
- http://www.ffcmh.org/
The Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health is a national advocacy and support organization for families of children with mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders. The web site provides information about the Federation's philosophy and concept of family support, membership options, the annual conference, the quarterly newsletter of the Federation and other publications, family involvement in managed care for children and youth, and additional resources related to childhood disorders.
- http://www.coaf.org/
Children of Alcoholics Foundation is a national non-profit organization that provides a range of educational materials and services to help professionals, children and adults break the intergenerational cycle of parental substance abuse.
- http://www.bgca.org/
In every community, boys and girls are left to find their own recreation and companionship in the streets. An increasing number of children are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know that someone cares about them. Boys & Girls Clubs offer that and more.
- http://www.ncmhjj.com
The mission of the NCMHJJ is to promote awareness of the mental health needs of youth in the juvenile justice system and to assist the field in developing improved policies and programs based on the best available research and practice.
- http://www.nemours.org/
The Nemours Foundation supports a number of renowned children's health facilities throughout the United States, supports important clinical research aimed at improving practices in health care for infants, children, and teens, and develops innovative ways to prevent health problems before they begin. KidsHealth.org is a project of Nemours.
Online Resources- http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/mental_health/therapist.html
Written for teenagers, this article talks about why someone may need to see a therapist, how therapy can help, and what actually happens during a visit with a therapist.
- http://www.healthfinder.gov/kids/default.htm
Quick facts about how to be healthy and have fun and subjects for homework help for children 8 to 12 years old.
- http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/
This Web site for teenagers covers a wide range of topics that can affect mental health including therapy, self-esteem, stress and anxiety, family relationship issues, body image, and feelings.
- http://www.soyunica.gov/present/default.aspx
This Web page was developed with Latina girls in mind. It covers topics about self-esteem, communication, anger management, values, depression, and issues related to being bicultural. English and Spanish translations are available.
- http://www.focusas.com/
An Internet clearinghouse offering resources, support, and information to help parents and families navigate the troubled waters of adolescence.
- http://www.soyunica.gov/
This bilingual web site is designed to help Latina girls build and enhance their own self-esteem, mental health, decision-making and assertiveness skills to prevent the harmful consequences of alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs.
- http://www.4girls.gov/
Created to help girls ages 10-16, this site gives girls reliable, useful information on the health issues they will face as they become young women and tips on handling relationships with family and friends, at school and at home.
- http://www.family.samhsa.gov
A public education Web site, developed to support the efforts of parents and
other caring adults to promote mental health and prevent the use of alcohol,
tobacco, and illegal drugs among 7- to 18-year-olds.
- http://girlshealth.gov/
many children of alcoholics also face problems with eating disorders and we wanted to tell you about "BodyWise".
- http://www.parentsmedguide.org/
Guidelines to help patients, families, and physicians make informed decisions about care and treatment for a child with depression.
- http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/rspdabus.htm
Guidelines for responding to children who say they have been sexually abused, as well as links to related topics.
- http://www.saferchild.org/drugs&.htm
Safer Child, Inc. provides parents, caregivers, and educators worldwide with the resources and information they need in order to help all children grow up healthy, safe and happy. The group addresses topics such as mental health, substance abuse, and violence.
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