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Mental Health Links - Mental Illnesses/DisordersOrganizations- http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2006/01/060110013237.htm
- http://www.edreferral.com/
This group is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of eating disorders. EDreferral.com provides information and treatment resources for all forms of eating disorders. Their goal is to provide assistance, in the form of information and resources, to those suffering with eating disorders so they can start on the road to recovery and healthy living.
- http://www.mosaicminds.org/
This site was formed in 1999 by a group of individuals who had survived dissociative disorder resulting from childhood trauma. Information is provided on Dissociate Identity Disorder and Multiple Personality Disorder.
- http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
The National Eating Disorders Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the elimination of eating disorders and body dissatisfaction. They develop prevention programs, provide publications on easting disorders, and operate a toll-free information and referral line.
- http://www.ocfoundation.org/
The Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation is an international not-for-profit organization composed of people with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders, their families, friends, professionals, and other concerned individuals. Their mission is to educate the public about OCD and related disorders, to provide assistance to those with OCD, and to support research into the causes and treatments of OCD and related disorders.
- http://www.nimh.nih.gov/anxiety/anxietymenu.cfm
This site provides information on anxiety disorders for professionals and the general public.
- http://gainscenter.samhsa.gov/html/resources/publications.asp
This group collects and disseminates information about effective mental health and substance abuse services for people with co-occurring disorders who come in contact with the justice system.
- http://www.nichcy.org/
NICHCY is the national information center that provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues. Anyone can use our services—families, educators, administrators, journalists, students. Our special focus is children and youth (birth to age 22).
- http://www.needid.bizland.com/
NEEDID Support Network, Inc. is a peer support network run by and for people with dissociative identity disorder and other trauma related dissociative disorders. The site includes mailing list, message forum, links, and reading room.
- http://www.nami.org/Content/ContentGroups/Helpline1/Dual_Diagnosis_-_Substance_Abuse_and_Mental_Illness.htm
This link from the National Alliance on Mental Illness provides information for and about people with mental disorders and substance abuse problems.
- http://www.nimh.nih.gov/HealthInformation/ocdmenu.cfm
This site provides a variety of information and links about obsessive-compulsive disorder, its diagnosis, and treatment.
- http://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/arh23-2/144-150.pdf
A publication titled, Diagnosis and Treatment of Alcohol-Dependent Patients With Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders.
- http://www.dartmouth.edu/~psychrc/
The PRC conducts interdisciplinary research on services for individuals with severe mental illness, primarily schizophrenia spectrum and bipolar disorders. PRC current areas of research include implementation of evidence-based practices, vocational rehabilitation/supported employment, services for homeless individuals, integrated treatment of co-occurring substance abuse, services for the elderly, trauma and post traumatic stress disorder, HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases, and methodology of services research.
- http://specialchildren.about.com/cs/radattachment/ht/Attachment.htm
10 steps to helping your adopted child develop a healthy relationship. Learn how to strengthen bonds.
- http://www.healthyplace.com/Communities/Self_Injury/healingtouch/
This site offers resources for people who self-injure.
- http://www.naar.org/
NAAR is a non-profit organization working to prevent, treat, cure, and find the cause of autism.
- http://www.anad.org/site/anadweb
This organization operates an international network of support groups for sufferers and families, and offers referrals to health care professionals, who treat eating disorders, across the U.S. and in other countries.
- http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/nidrr/index.html?src=mr
Federal agency that conducts comprehensive and coordinated programs of research and related activities to maximize the full inclusion, social integration, employment, and independent living of disabled individuals of all ages.
- http://www.nmha.org/substance/advocate.cfm
NMHA advocacy information about co-ocurring disorders.
- http://www.nmha.org/infoctr/factsheets/03.cfm
This NMHA link has information about people who have a substance abuse problem and an emotional/psychological problem.
- http://www.issd.org/
ISSD is a non-profit organization for professionals who are studying and treating dissociative disorders. The site provides links to sites for training and educating others about these disorders, as well as a section devoted to public resources.
- http://mentalhelp.net/poc/center_index.php?id=6
An informational page describing the symptoms and classification of OCD.
- http://www.add.org/
Serves people with ADD and their families, teachers, and those who care for persons with ADD. The organization focuses especially on ADDults and young adults.
- http://www.eric.ed.gov
Resources and referrals on topics related to the education of disabled and gifted children.
- http://www.depressedanon.com/
This is a 12 step program of recovery for persons with depression.
- http://www.depressionafterdelivery.com/
Depression After Delivery, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering support and services for women with ante and postpartum depression. This site provides education, information, support groups, telephone support and referral for women and families coping with mental health issues associated with childbearing.
- http://www.dbsalliance.org
Educates patients, families, professionals, and the public about depressive and manic-depressive illness, fosters self-help for patients and families, works to eliminate discrimination and stigma and improve access to care, and advocates for research toward the elimination of these illnesses.
- http://www.drada.org/
Persons with depression or manic-depressive illness, their families, and health professionals working to alleviate the suffering arising from depression and manic depression by lending support to self-help groups, education, and research programs.
- http://www.help4adhd.org/
The National Resource Center on AD/HD: A Program of CHADD was established with funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a national clearinghouse of information and resources for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. The website provides answers to frequently asked questions about this condition. Information is also avaialable in Spanish.
- http://www.nrchmi.samhsa.gov
Develops papers, workshops, and training programs on service delivery to homeless persons with serious mental illnesses. Maintains a database of over 4,000 articles.
- http://www.NSFoundation.org
The mission of the National Schizophrenia Foundation (NSF) is to pursue the development and maintenance of support groups for individuals, affected by schizophrenia and related disorders, and their friends and family members. They also provide resources regarding schizophrenia and related disorders through education, information, and public awareness services.
- http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/voice/autism.asp
Autism and Communication is an informational publication by NIMH/NIH.
- http://www.nichcy.org/pubs/factshe/fs1txt.htm
Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder-NOS (not otherwise specified) are developmental disabilities that share many of the same characteristics. This fact sheet provides more information on both disorders.
- http://www.autism-resources.com/
This site provides links to other sites about autism, Frequently Asked Questions, information for parents with a child who has autism, and other sources.
- http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer?pagename=homepage
ASA provides information, education, advocacy, and public awareness about autism.
- http://www.chadd.org/
A non-profit, parent-based national organization providing support and services to children and adults with AD/HD and those who care for them.
- 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://ktgf.org/index.html
One of the two areas of interest for this foundation are Childhood and Adolescent Depression, including suicide and suicide prevention. Grants have primarily fallen under the categories of Intervention and Referral, Prevention, Public Education/Training, and Infrastructure. The Foundation also sponsors a Fellowship Program for post-doctoral research in depression.
- http://www.alzforum.org
A scientific knowledge base on Alzheimer disease, with research news, expert commentaries, and databases for peer-reviewed articles, drugs, research reagents, grants, jobs, conferences, and more.
- http://www.alz.org/
Dedicated to research on the causes, cure, and prevention of Alzheimer's disease, and to education and support services for Alzheimer's patients, their families, and caregivers.
- http://www.alzresearch.org/
The Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) is a program of research at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Supported by a major grant from the National Institute on Aging, the ADRC seeks to discover the causes of Alzheimer's disease (AD), effective treatments, and ways to help those afflicted with the disease and their families.
- http://www.aamr.org/
AAMR is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization of professional and other people who are concerned about mental retardation and related disabilities.
- http://www.anred.com/welcome.html
ANRED is a non-profit organization that provides informational resources about food and weight disorders.
- http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/stats.htm
This site provides tabular and graphic information about U.S. AIDS and HIV case reports, including data by State, metropolitan statistical area, mode of exposure to HIV, sex, race/ethnicity, age group, vital status, and case definition category.
- http://www.canfoundation.org/
A non-profit organization of parents, physicians, and researchers, dedicated to promoting and funding research with direct clinical implications for treatment and a cure for autism.
- http://www.panicla.com/
The Anxiety and Panic Disorder Center of Los Angeles offers specialized treatment for anxiety and panic disorder, and agoraphobia in a safe and empathic environment.
- http://www.adaa.org/
The Anxiety Disorder Association of America promotes the prevention and cure of anxiety disorders and works to improve the lives of all people who suffer from them.
- http://www.anxietysupport.org
Agoraphobics Building Independent Lives is a non-profit organization for persons dealing with anxiety and panic disorders, incorporated in the State of Virginia. It has support groups nationwide.
- http://www.cdc.gov/spanish/mental.htm
The web page is a service of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It provides information on a wide range of mental health issues as well as publications, in Spanish.
- http://www.psycport.com/showArticle.cfm?xmlFile=newsrx%5F2005%5F11%5F03%5Feng%2Dnewsrx%5Feng%2Dnewsrx%5F105448%5F3541202429275263212%2Exml&provider=NewsRx%2Ecom
- http://www.gallaudet.edu/
The world's only 4-year university for deaf and hard of hearing undergraduate students. Also offers graduate-level programs for deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students, sign language classes, and summer and continuing education courses.
- http://www.chcs.org/
A nonprofit, policy resource center that promotes high quality health care services for low-income populations and people with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
- http://www.instituteforattachment.org
A licensed, non-profit, internationally recognized treatment and training program for children with attachment disorder; promotes healthy parent/child attachments.
- http://www.giftfromwithin.org
Gift from Within is a non-profit organization dedicated to those who suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), those at risk for PTSD, and those who care for traumatized individuals; develops and disseminates educational material, including videotapes, articles, books, and other resources; maintains a roster of survivors who are willing to participate in an international network of peer support.
- http://www.radzebra.org/resources.htm
This site serves children and families affected by Attachment Disorder and has numerous links to related sites.
- http://www.syix.com/adsg/index.htm
This site offers support for families about attachment disorder, bonding, and special needs children.
- http://www.nami.org/Content/ContentGroups/Helpline1/Dual_Diagnosis_in_Adolescence.htm
This link from the National Alliance on Mental Illness provides information for and about adolescents with mental disorders and substance abuse problems.
- http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/pcpid/index.html
PCMR is a Federal advisory committee that advises the President of the United States and the Secretary of Health and Human Services on issues related to people with mental retardation.
- http://www.psychwww.com/resource/selfhelp.htm
Psychology Self-Help Resources on the Internet provides links to noncommercial sites providing information and help about specific disorders. Lists of brochures and articles, commercial psychology-related Web sites, psychology journals on the Web, other psychology resources, and scholarly psychology resources are available here.
- http://radkid.org/
This site provides information about RAD, pointers in getting help, and lists of related resources.
- http://www.SAnonymous.org
Schizophrenics Anonymous’ mission is to provide a self-help group to support the recovery process of people suffering from schizophrenia. You can out more about the organization, where groups meet, and how to start a group on their web site.
- http://www.mentalhealthscreening.org/
Screening for Mental Health, Inc. is a non-profit that coordinates nationwide mental health screening programs and so as to ensure cooperation, professionalism, and accountability in mental illness screenings.
- http://www.self-injury-abuse-trauma-directory.info/
This site provides numerous links to Internet information about self-injury, abuse, and trauma.
- http://www.soyunica.gov/mybody/bodyimage/default.aspx
Mí cuerpo se trate de aprender a amar y cuidar tu cuerpo-- es el
único que tienes. Esto significa saber elegir los alimentos nutritivos,
comer bien, y permanecer activa.
- http://www.wpic.pitt.edu/stanley/
Promotes increased knowledge about and understanding of bipolar disorder (manic depression), and the development of comprehensive and innovative treatments for bipolar disorder.
- http://www.tash.org
TASH is an international advocacy association of people with disabilities, their family members, and other advocates and individuals who work in the disability field. TASH actively promotes the full inclusion and participation of persons with disabilities in all aspects of life.
- http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/add/index.htm
Federal agency responsible for ensuring that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of, and have access to, culturally competent services, supports, and other assistance and opportunities that promote independence, productivity, and integration and inclusion in the community.
- http://www.autcom.org
AUTCOM serves as a national link “think tank” advancing the research, understanding, and practice of positive relationship and communication-based approaches to assisting children and adults with autism.
- http://www.eating-disorders.com
Eating disorders diagnosis and symptoms, referrals for getting help, current news and events, online discussion groups and more. The Center operates comprehensive programs for the treatment of anorexia, bullimia and binge eating disorders.
- http://www.thenadd.org/
NADD is an association for persons with developmental disabilities and mental health needs.
- http://kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/emotion/ocd.html
An informational page, written for children, about OCD.
- http://www.project-hope.co.nz
The Project Hope Foundation is dedicated to reducing depression and suicide (especially youth suicide). It has books, videos and instructions on self-education and how to run Life Skills Open Forums.
- http://www.renfrew.org/
The Renfrew Center Foundation is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization advancing the education, prevention, research, and treatment of eating disorders.
- http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/epigen/szwhatis.htm
This is a general overview of Schizophrenia provided by the Epidemiology-Genetics Program in Psychiatry, a research program designed to help characterize the genetic (biochemical), developmental, and environmental components of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
- http://www.wcdvs.com
The Women, Co-Occurring Disorders and Violence Study is a five-year initiative jointly supported by the three centers of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) and the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP). This Federal study is composed of two phases (Phase I was years one and two and Phase II is years three through five)
Online Resources- http://www.WomensHealth.gov/wwd/index.htm
Designed to help women overcome the barriers associated with mental and physical disabilities, this web links users to resources that include laws & regulations, financial assistance, services and support, facts about mental disabilities, and much more. Intended use by women with disabilities, caretakers, health professionals, and researchers.
- http://www.nimh.nih.gov/HealthInformation/adhdmenu.cfm
Information on attention deficit disorders and the role of research in discovering underlying causes and effective treatments. Includes treatment options, strategies for coping, and other sources of information and support.
- http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/autism/autism.htm
A general overview of autism that includes a description and information about treatment, prognosis and research. Organizations where users can obtain additional information are listed, as are links to other related NINDS publications.
- http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/bipolar.cfm
A general overview of bipolar disorder that includes information on clinical studies, and referrals for additional information.
- http://cbdb.nimh.nih.gov/sibstudy
This is a National Institute of Mental Health web site about the genetic study of schizophrenia. It provides the Clinical Brain Disorder Branch guidelines for participating in this study, i.e., the how, what, where and when.
- http://www.WomensHealth.gov/bodyimage/BodyImage.cfm?page=125
How can you tell if you or someone you know has an eating disorder? This site provides information on how you can tell and what you can do to help.
- http://www.icdr.us
The ICDR gathers input from those affected by disabilities and coordinates all Federal efforts related to disability rehabilitation research. An annual report on this topic is submitted to the President and the appropriate Congressional committees.
- http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mental-health/MH99999
The Mayo Clinic Mental Health resource center offers information on mental health and mental illness, specific disorders, and mental health treatments.
- http://www.narsad.org
NARSAD's mission is to raise and distribute funds for psychiatric brain disorder research to scientists worldwide, in an effort to find the causes, better treatments, and eventual cures for these disorders.
- http://lexington-on-line.com/naf.html
Information on anxiety disorders for professionals and the general public can be found here. An international directory of anxiety health care professionals is also availalbe on this site.
- http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/learning_problem/eatdisorder.html
This site is intended for use by kids and provides information on body image and eating disorders.
- http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/spDep3561.cfm
Este folleto provee una descripción de la depresión severa, la
distimia, y el trastorno bipolar (enfermedad maniaco-depresiva).
- http://www.informacionparapadres.org/depression.htm
Esta es una Hoja de Datos de la serie existente sobre Desórdenes
de Salud Mental, emocional y de comportamiento que pueden surgír durante la
infancia o adolescencia.
- http://www.dbsalliance.org/info/suicide.html
If you or someone you know suffers from depression or manic depression
(also known as bipolar disorder), you understand all too well its symptoms may
include feelings of sadness and hopelessness. These feelings can also
include thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
- http://www.factsforhealth.org/
Factsforhealth.org was created by the not-for-profit Madison Institute of Medicine to increase the understanding of mental health disorders. Helps people identify, understand and find treatment for social anxiety disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Provides clinician referrals and free online CME courses for PTSD and PMDD.
- http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/developmentaldisabilities.html
This page provides wealth of information on various aspects of developmental disabilities. It is provided by MEDLINEplus.
- http://www.niapublications.org/engagepages/forgetfulness.asp
This article, from the National Institute on Aging, talks about forgetfulness and dementia in older adults.
- http://www.WomensHealth.gov/faq/easyread/alzheime-etr.htm
This site provides information on Alzheimer’s disease that is easy to read and understand by people who are not health care professionals.
- http://www.alzheimers.org/eshop/
A service of the National Institute on Aging, this web site provides publications and information on Alzheimer’s disease intended for all audiences.
- http://www.alzheimers.org.uk/Facts_about_dementia/What_is_dementia/index.htm
This site provides more information on dementia. It has sections on the genetics of the disease and on the different types of dementia. It also contains several fact sheets.
- http://www.addresource.com/
Search engine and directory for Attention Deficit Disorders, ADD/ADHD, and other learning disabilities resources including treatment, on-line support, news, and research.
- http://www.addresources.org/
ADD Resources is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to
help people with ADD develop their full potential. Their website offers
the National ADHD Directory, the most complete listing of ADHD service
providers and products on the Internet and many great articles by national
authorities as well as adults with ADD for free downloading.
- http://www.aoa.gov/eldfam/healthy_lifestyles/mental_health/mental_health_dep.asp
This page from the Administration on Aging provides information on depression and suicide in older adults.
- http://www.jamwa.org/vol56/toc56_4.htm
In the last century, American women have been given 30 bonus years of life, thanks to such sweeping public health initiatives as sanitation and immunization programs.
- http://www.bipolarbrain.com/
FAQ, statistics, links, news, and on-line publications about bipolar disorder.
- http://www.mhsanctuary.com/bipolar/
Information on bipolar disorder including articles, newsletter, chat room for individuals with bipolar disorder and their families, bulletin boards, and other resources.
- http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/PatientResAllCateg/Schizophrenia?OpenDocument
Medical news and information for patients or family and friends of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia.
- http://www.cbs.com/cbs_cares/depression/
This web page provides readers with general information about depression as well as a more in-depth understanding of the disorder through interviews with doctors about specific issues, such as treatment and recovery. The site also highlights interviews with well know public figures who suffered from and overcame depression.
- http://www.mhsource.com/bipolar/
Information and resources for persons affected by bipolar disorder, and the people who care for them—newsletter, clinical trials, conferences and events, and other useful links.
- http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/conduct.htm
This brochure is written especially for families. It presents a general overview of behavioral and emotional problems in children and adolescents.
- http://www.nami.org/Content/ContentGroups/Illnesses/Depression_in_Children_and_Adolescents.htm
This site, supported by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, provides a kids newsletter, brochures and fact sheets, a reading list, a list of State and NAMI-affiliated programs, and many other resources.
- http://www.cchs.net/health/health-info/docs/2200/2286.asp?index=9307
This fact sheet provides data and information on male depression and how it differs from depression in women.
- http://www.mentalhealth.com/book/p40-sc03.html
Written by by E. Fuller Torrey, MD, this booklet seeks to educate physicians, mental health professionals, families of those affected by the disorder, and the general public about Schizophrenia
- http://www.ptsdinfo.org/
This link service is a public Service of the Dart Foundation. It is a
gateway to four nonprofit sites that offer PTSD information and resources.
- http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/dhap.htm
CDC's HIV mission is to prevent HIV infection and reduce the incidence of HIV-related illness and death, in collaboration with community, State, National, and international partners. This site provides: recommendations and guidelines on counseling, testing, evaluation, prevention, and treatment; general information on HIV and AIDS; frequently asked questions; statistics and trends; and the latest updates on HIV and AIDS related information.
- http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/ddmr.htm
This fact sheet, compiled by the CDC, provides information on mental retardation, its possible causes, how common it is, and what resources are available for people with mental retardation and their families.
- http://www.alzheimers.org/trials/index.html
The Alzheimer's Disease Clinical Trials Database is a joint project of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the National Institute on Aging (NIA) maintained by the NIA's Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center. You can search a database of clinical trials on Alzheimer's disease and dementia that are currently in progress at centers throughout the U.S.
- http://www.nmha.org/infoctr/factsheets/23.cfm
A discussion on clinical depression in women. Topics include life episodes that trigger depressive illnesses.
- http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/action/FindCondition?ui=D000544&recruiting=true
A service of the National Institutes of Health that provides patients, family members, health care professionals, and members of the public with easy access to information on clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease.
- http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/depwomenknows.cfm
This NIMH fact sheet discusses the 3 major types of depression and how women are affected by them.
- http://www.WomensHealth.gov/BodyImage/Bodywise/bp/boys.pdf
The information on this fact sheet includes suggestions for creating a school environment that discourages disordered eating and promotes the early detection of eating disorders.
- http://www.surgeongeneral.gov/topics/mentalretardation/retardation.pdf
This report of the Surgeon General’s Conference on Health Disparities and Mental Retardation explains how the health of people with mental retardation can be significantly strengthened in the future.
- http://www.ifred.org/
iFred is an organization dedicated to researching causes of depression, to support those dealing with depression, and to combat the stigma associated with depression.This site serves individuals diagnosed with depression, families, employers, and the general public.
- http://www.manicdepressivesanon.org/
Manic Depressive Annonymous provides recovery tips based on the 12 step model. The group offers a kit for those interested in starting a chapter of the program in their local area
- http://www.moodsciences.com/index_inside.htm
Depression advice and information site. A special feature includes a self-report screening and monitoring system that was developed in consultation with an eminent board of scientific advisors and validated under an NIMH grant.
- http://ncadistore.samhsa.gov/catalog/productDetails.aspx?ProductID=16231
This manual, available free of charge through SAMHSA’s National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information, provides a 12-week cognitive behavioral anger management group treatment.
- http://www.mhsanctuary.com/add/
ADHD information—DSM IV diagnosis, articles, chat, ADD bulletin board, family bulletin board and clinician's forum, books and links—for consumers, families and the mental health clinicians that treat the attention deficit disorder.
- http://www.attentiondeficitdisorder.ws/
Links to ADD ADHD related resources on the internet.
- http://www.oneaddplace.com/
A "virtual neighborhood" of resources relating to Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.), AD/HD and Learning Disorders (LD) that include a library of print materials, and links to professional resources.
- http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/panic.htm
This fact sheet presents a brief overview of panic disorders in children and adolescents. Symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, incidence, and prevalence of the disorders are reviewed.
- http://www.nmha.org/infoctr/factsheets/91.cfm
National Mental Health Association fact sheet about personality disorders that includes information on the causes and treatment of personality disorders are available on this site.
- http://www.alzheimers.org/prog00.htm
This report details the progress made in researching Alzheimer’s disease by a variety of Federal agencies.
- http://users1.ee.net/coldir/dere.htm
A non-profit group that provides technology and knowledge to assist people with disabilities to master the power of electronic communication.
- http://www.psychologyinfo.com/depression
Psychology Information Online provides information for consumers, psychologists, and students about the practice of psychology. This Internet resource provides information about types of depression, causes, diagnoses, medications, treatments, depression and medical disorders, and depression information specific to seniors, teens, and women. Includes a national directory of psychologists.
- http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001547.htm
Reactive attachment disorder is a disturbance of social interaction caused by neglect of a child's basic physical and emotional needs, particularly during infancy. This site provides more information on the disorder, its smptoms, causes, and risk factors.
- http://www.samhsa.gov/reports/congress2002/execsummary.htm
Congress has called on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, as the lead Federal mental health and substance abuse services agency, to prepare a report outlining the scope of the problem, current treatment approaches, best practice models, and prevention efforts.
- http://www.schizophrenia.com/
A not-for-profit information, support, and education center for schizophrenia.
- http://www.openthedoors.com
Web site of the World Psychiatric Association (WAP) which seeks to increase awareness and knowledge about schizophrenia and treatment options; improve public attitude toward those with the disorder and their families; and generate action to eliminate stigma, discrimination and prejudice.
- http://www.nimh.nih.gov/Publicat/NIMHstoriesdepression.pdf
This publication, produced by the National Institute of Mental Health, can be used by people who suspect they may have depression. It asks various questions and provides stories of people who have had depression.
- http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/apr99/nia-07.htm
This press release from the National Institutes of Health presents a recent study that focused on the chemical events that may lead to the development of Alzheimer’s disease. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), two components of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), funded the study.
- http://www.acsu.buffalo.edu/~drstall/hndbk0.html
Discusses caregiver problems, including mental health. Posted with permission from The Caregiver Education and Support Services, Seniors Counseling and Training, Case Management Services of the San Diego County Mental Health Services.
- http://www.eatingdisorderinfo.org/
Definitions, signs and symptoms, referral numbers, links, and suggested reading lists related to eating disorders.
- http://www.algy.com/anxiety
The Anxiety-Panic Internet Resource is a self-help network dedicated to the overcoming and curiosity of overwhelming anxiety.
- http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/depressd.htm
This fact sheet presents parents with an overview of childhood and adolescent depression, including a discussion of the incidence and prevalence of depression, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and appropriate treatment.
- http://cgibin.erols.com/ksciacca/cgi-bin/db.cgi
A comprehensive directory of dual diagnosis inpatient and outpatient treatment programs around the world. This is a useful tool for those looking for services as well as those wishing to add their services to this online database.
- http://www.fln.vcu.edu/ld/ld.html
Links to teaching tools for educators to use with persons with disabilities. Resources range from assistive technology to visual deficits aids.
- http://theresourcesite.com/disabilityresources/disabilityresources.htm
This site provides a list of links to many different web sites dealing with an array of disabilities.
- http://www.dol.gov/odep/
The Office of Disability Employment Policy is an agency within the U. S. Department of Labor. It provides National leadership to increase employment opportunities for adults and youth with disabilities while striving to eliminate barriers to employment.
- http://www.alzheimers.org/pubs/genefact.html
The Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center of the National Institute on Aging provides this fact sheet on the genetics of Alzheimer’s. It is written for a general audience.
- http://intramural.nimh.nih.gov/mood/
This is NIMH's website on current research projects studying mood and anxiety disorders. Offers information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses (including medication and mental illness) is available here.
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