NAMI ….NATIONAL ASSOCIATION MENTAL ILLNESS
Diagnosis
DSM-IV-TR: Diagnoses and Criteria
Depression
Depression and How Therapy Can Help
Depression Screening
Depression Test, Symptoms of Depression, Signs of Depression
Anxiety Disorders
Answers to Your Questions About Panic Disorder
National Center for PTSD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Mayo Clinic
International OCD Foundation
Calm Clinic
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, NIH
Born to Explore: The Other Side of ADD/ADHD
Recovery International
International. 600 groups. Founded 1937. Mental health self-help organization that offers weekly peer-led meetings for people suffering from various emotional and mental conditions. Telephone and internet-based meetings available. Principles parallel those found in cognitive-behavioral therapy. Teaches people how to change their thoughts, reactions and behaviors that cause their physical and emotional symptoms.
Recovery International
https://www.recoveryinternational.org
DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance)
National. 300+ affiliated groups. Founded 1986. Mutual support and information for persons with depression and bipolar disorder and their families. Provides education on the nature of depressive illnesses. Advocacy for research and improved access to care. Scheduled online support group meetings (Mon., Tues. and Wed.), annual conference, guidelines for developing support groups and quarterly newsletter. Face-to-face support group listings on website.
Write:
DBSA
730 N. Franklin St., Suite 501
Chicago, IL 60610
Voice: 1-800-826-3632 or 312-642-0049 (Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5pm CST)
Fax: 312-642-7243
Website: http://www.dbsalliance.org
Verified: 4/15/20
Postpartum Support International
(BILINGUAL) International. 600+ members; support networks in 48 states and 25 countries. Founded 1987. Goal is to increase the awareness of the emotional changes women often experience during pregnancy and after the birth of a baby. Information on diagnosis and treatment of postpartum depression. Provides education, advocacy and annual conference. Encourages formation of support groups. Helps strengthen existing groups. Phone support, referrals, literature and newsletter.
Write:
Postpartum Support International
6706 SW 54th Ave.
Portland, CO 97219
Voice: 1-800-944-4773
Fax: 503-894-9452
Website: http://www.postpartum.net
E-mail: psioffice@postpartum.net
Verified: 1/15/2013
Online PPMD Support Group
Online. A community of women who are affected by postpartum mood disorders.
Website: http://www.ppdsupportpage.com
Verified: 2/14/2013
Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
Online. Site provides information posted by members to provide support to families of children or teens with bipolar disorder. Offers message boards, support group information, community center and general information.
Website: http://www.bpkids.org
Verified: 4/15/20
Conduct Disorders Parent Message Board
Online. 7080 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents of a child with one of the many behavior disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, bipolar disorder, conduct disorder, depression, anxiety and substance abuse. Parents of children all ages welcome.
Website: http://www.conductdisorders.com
Verified: 4/15/20
GROW in America
International. 143 groups. Founded in 1957. 12-Step. Group offers mutual help, friendship, community, education and leadership. Focuses on recovery and personal growth. Open to all including those with mental health issues, depression, anxiety, grief, fears, etc.
Write:
GROW in America
P.O. Box 3667
Champaign, IL 61826
Voice: 1-888-741-4769
Website: http://www.growinamerica.org
Verified: 4/15/20
Emotions Anonymous
International. 784 chapters. Founded 1971. Fellowship for people experiencing emotional difficulties. Uses the 12-step program sharing experiences, strengths and hopes in order to improve emotional health. Books and literature available to new and existing groups. Guidelines available to help start a similar group.
Write:
Emotions Anonymous
P.O. Box 4245
St. Paul, MN 55104-0245
Voice: 651-647-9712
Fax: 651-647-1593
Website: http://www.emotionsanonymous.org
E-mail: orders@emotionsanonymous.org
Verified4/15/20
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
National network. Founded 1980. Listing of state-by-state local support groups, brochures, information about anxiety disorders, local listing of healthcare professionals providing treatment for anxiety disorders and a national listing of clinical trials provided free. Promotes the prevention, treatment and cure of anxiety and stress-related disorders through advocacy, education, training, and research.
Write:
Anxiety and Depression Assoc. Americ
8730 Georgia Ave., Suite 600
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Voice: 240-485-1001
Fax: 240-485-1035
Website: http://www.adaa.org
Verified: 4/15/2020
Chronic Fatigue
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Developmental Disorders
Yale Autism Program
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Overeaters anonymous…oa.org
Also in LA…..https://www.oalaig.org/about-oa/
Anorexic and Bulemics Anonymous
Mental Health Care General Links
CounsellingResource.com
Mental Health Counselor Resources, About.com
Mental Help Net
PsychCentral.com
University of Michigan Health Library
Additional Mental Health Care & Counseling Resources
Keirsey (Myers-Briggs) Temperament Sorter
Taking a test and have the results sent to you
Signs of Menopause, Symptoms of Menopause
About Sleep
What Sleep Deprivation Does To Your Brain
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Sleep Disorders
Sleep Help’s Full Collection of Resources
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Depression and Sleep Disorders
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
For Sleep Issues and alcoholism and detox:
https://www.mattressreviews.net/alcohol-detox-sleep/
Mental Health Care General Links
CounsellingResource.com
GoodTherapy.org
Internet Mental Health
Let’s Talk Facts, APA
Mental Health Counselor Resources, About.com
Mental Help Net
PsychCentral.com
University of Michigan Health Topics A to Z
Associations & Institutes
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
American Counseling Association
American Psychiatric Association
American Psychological Association
Association for Psychological Science
Canadian Mental Health Association
Center for Mental Health Resources
National Institute of Mental Health
Mental Health America
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
For Addiction Resources: