Mental Health & Mental Health Disorders Resources

The Psychology of Cyberspace - Computer and Internet Addiction

A heated debate is rising among psychologists. With the explosion of excitement about the internet, some people seem to be a bit too excited. Some people spend way too much time there. Is this yet ANOTHER type of addiction that has invaded the human psyche? Psychologists are not even sure yet what to call this phenomenon. Some label it an "Internet Addiction Disorder." But many people are addicted to their computers long before the internet enters their lives. Some people are extremely attached to their computer and don't even care about the internet. Perhaps we should call the phenomenon a "Computer Addiction." Also, let's not forget the very powerful, but now seemingly mundane and almost accepted addiction that some people develop to video games. Video games are computers too... very single-minded computers, but computers nevertheless. visit us to find out more!

Psychology | Clinical Psychology | A Guide to Psychology

THIS WEBSITE provides free information about the practice of Clinical Psychology. Read the Introduction to discover this website’s purpose and philosophy. Explore the various subject categories to the left or browse through the Subject Index. Psychology is a complex subject, and many issues are interrelated. Even though you may find a topic of interest on one particular page, an exploration of the other pages will deepen your understanding of the human mind and heart. A common-sense approach to some common questions and concerns about the practice of clinical psychology: types of treatment, reasons to seek treatment, consumer rights, and self-help techniques.

RASASC (Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre)

RASASC is a helpline run by, and for, women and girls over 13. Objectives: To provide a free, confidential helpline which is open 365 days a year. To provide information, advice and appropriate referral to friends, partners, work colleagues and other organisations. To provide one - one counselling. To treat male survivors of rape or sexual abuse sympathetically and to refer them to more appropriate services. To recruit, train and support volunteers to provide the above services. To increase knowledge and awareness of the effects of sexual violence towards women. When resources permit, to offer face-to-face counselling in a safe, accessible environment for those women and girls who need it. To provide other services such as escort, visits or groups when sufficient resources are available.

School Psychology Resources Online - Sandra Steingart,Ph.D.

School psychology resources for school psychogists, parents and educators. Research learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, behavior problems, psychological assessment, functional behavioral assessment, special education, mental retardation, mental health, and more.

Screening for Mental Health: SOS High School Suicide Prevention Program

The SOS (Signs of Suicide) Program is a nationally recognized, cost-effective program of suicide prevention and mental health screening for secondary school students. The SOS Suicide Prevention Program provides school health professionals with all the educational materials necessary to replicate this easy-to-use program in a variety of school settings. Schools have the flexibility to make use of the materials in as large or small a program as their needs and resources dictate. The program can also be blended into an existing health curriculum. It is easily implemented by existing school personnel, and can be completed during one or two school periods. The program includes educational materials, a training video and an implementation manual. SOS is the only school-based suicide prevention program that has been shown to reduce suicidality in a randomized, controlled study (March 2004, American Journal of Public Health) SOS is the first suicide prevention program to be selected by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for its Registry of Effective Programs.

SelfGrowth.com - Self Improvement: The Top 101 Experts

You can get your hands on the greatest and most powerful self help resources, quite literally, on the face of the earth for only $27. This ebook is best described as an Encyclopedia of Self Improvement with information on 101 of the top Experts in the industry. This book is quite simply The Best of the Best! You will get the highest ranked experts in one resource. This comes with a no-questions, no-quibble, 90 day Money Back Guarantee. If for any reason (or no reason), you decide this information isn't right for you, you get 100% of your money BACK!

Sexual Abuse, Physical Abuse Support Groups

Scheduled chats and support group meetings for those dealing with sexual abuse, physical abuse and emotional abuse issues. about this community We are all survivors . . . of childhood abuse, domestic violence, physical injury or traumatic experiences. Because we are here for self-help and mutual support, our intent is to provide a safe space for asking questions, sharing advice and resources, telling our stories, and being heard. parental controls! Our community deals with painful and sensitive subject matter. For that reason, parental guidance may be appropriate. Our intent is to discuss our experiences honestly and without sensationalism. The Abuse Survivors area is not an area for children currently being abused. If you are a child still being abused we suggest that you call the National Child Abuse Hot line at 1-800-422-4453 or contact any local crisis office by calling information or checking in your local phone book.

Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center

Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center provides free, confidential services. A 24 hour, confidential, statewide, Crisis Support Line: 1-800-871-7741 - Providing; Support Groups for survivors of sexual assault and child sexual abuse, and for non-offending parents of children who have been sexually abused. Crisis intervention and information. Support and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault and their families. Advocacy for survivors who chose to seek medical attention, report to the police, or go through the criminal justice system. Referral to appropriate agencies and individuals in the community. Community and professional education.

Stand Among Friends

Do you know of anyone who suffers from Spinal Cord injury; stroke; Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease; Multiple Sclerosis; Central Nervous Systems Disorders?Help SAF fulfill its mission to improve the quality of life for the 1 in 4 people with neurological disorders. Stand Among Friends (SAF) has worked diligently and continues its efforts to promote research, education and advocacy of all neurological disorders. These disorders include spinal cord injury, stroke, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis and other central nervous system disorders. A charitable, non-profit organization. Tel. 954-249-5490

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

SAVE was started in 1989 when six suicide survivors (people who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide) met and agreed on the need for an organization. The organization is comprised mostly of suicide survivors, and people that have suffered from depression. The major event for the organization is SAVE’s Suicide Awareness and Memorial Day held every spring in Minneapolis, Minnesota, which draws nearly 500 people annually. The #1 cause of suicide is untreated depression. SAVE is committed to the education of the general public about the depressive brain diseases (such as clinical depression and bipolar illness) that can result in suicide if left untreated medically and psychologically. By educating the general public about such brain diseases, SAVE strives to remove the stigma associated with these diseases. SAVE’s prevention and education programs are designed to: Increase knowledge about depression and suicide prevention. Increase knowledge about symptoms of depression and the warning signs of suicidal thinking and behavior. Increase the confidence and competence of participants to make interventions and referrals. Increase understanding and the use of intervention skills that can help avert the tragedy of suicide. Increase knowledge about community resources, how to access and use them.

Suicide Prevention Resource Manual - USACHPPM

Suicide Prevention, A Resource Manual For The U.S. Army Suicide Prevention, A Resource Manual For The U. S. Army outlines an integrated and comprehensive approach for the Army Leadership as they promote help seeking behavior throughout The Army family. The materials in this manual provide resources for local commanders to institute a total Army community thrust to protect the force from self-destructive behaviors.

Suicide Prevention Targeting Aboriginal People - New Emerging Team - CIHR

The Research Portfolio of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is responsible for: building the health research agenda, funding and supporting the research through CIHR's programs, evaluating the programs and resultant outcomes and providing feedback to the planning cycle. Suicide in the aboriginal community is a major issue, as addressed in the report entitled, "Acting on What We Know: Preventing Youth Suicide in First Nations-The Report of the Advisory Group on Suicide Prevention" (released in 2003). Suicide among First Nations youth has been occurring at an alarming rate in recent years. Statistics show an Aboriginal suicide rate two to three times higher than the non-Aboriginal rate for Canada, and within the youth age group, the Aboriginal suicide rate is estimated to be five to six times higher than that of non-Aboriginal youth. The goal of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research -Institute of Aboriginal Peoples' Health (CIHR-IAPH) is to lead a national advanced research agenda in the area of Aboriginal health, and to promote innovative research in this field that improves the health of Aboriginal peoples living in Canada. The Canadian Institutes of Health Research - Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction (CIHR-INMHA) will support research to enhance mental health, neurological health, vision, hearing, and cognitive functioning and to reduce the burden of related disorders through prevention strategies, screening, diagnosis, treatment, support systems, and palliation. Associated research will advance our understanding of human thought, emotion, behaviour, sensation (sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell), perception, learning and memory.

University of Chicago Hospitals: Psychiatry & Mental Health

The Department of Psychiatry offers diagnosis and treatment for a variety of disorders. The Department of Psychiatry offers assessment and treatment programs that encompass the full range of psychological, social, and biological approaches to the understanding and care of people with disorders of mood, emotion, cognition, perception, memory, intellect, and behavior. The Adult Psychiatry Section provides inpatient, day hospital, and outpatient services to individuals suffering from a wide range of psychiatric disorders. The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Section provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment services through its outpatient and inpatient programs. The outpatient program includes a large, multidisciplinary clinic at the University of Chicago Hospitals main campus, as well as satellite clinics in the Chicago area. Child and adolescent inpatient services are provided in several different settings, designed to meet the specific needs of the child and family.

Antidepressant Alternative - Help Beat Teen and Child Depression

Many doctors and psychiatrists prescribe synthetic anti-depressants for children with depression or other developmental disorders. While these medications certainly do have their place, it is my experience that they are significantly over prescribed, without first investigating more natural and equally effective alternatives. Because of the increasing demand for a safe, natural herbal treatment for children with depression, anxiety, OCD, or those with Autism and related disorders, Native Remedies has developed MindSoothe Jr. Using the same highly successful formula as MindSoothe (adult version), MindSoothe Jr. contains St John's Wort and Passiflora in child-friendly dosage.

Articles, Research, & Resources in Psychology

This psychology site was designed to be accessible for people with disabilities (see below) and user-friendly to all visitors. It provides free access to a variety of articles from journals such as American Psychologist (currently 10 from this source), Journal of Consulting & Clinical Psychology; Clinical Psychology: Science & Practice; and Psychology, Public Policy, & Law, as well as the complete contents of a book (Children, Ethics, & the Law). Therapy, Ethics, Malpractice, Forensics, Critical Thinking (and a few other topics)

Asperger's Syndrome Medication for Symptoms of Child/Adult Disorder

Offering natural remedies for Asperger's Syndrome, information, and help from a practicing Clinical Psychologist. Herbal and homeopathic remedies can be viable alternatives to the synthetic drugs and may be just as effective, with far fewer risks and side effects. Asperger's Syndrome was first identified in 1944, but was only officially recognized as a diagnostic category in the DSM IV in 1994. As a result, many children were misdiagnosed over the years as ADD/HD, Autistic, OCD or even schizophrenic. Many different terms are currently applied, leading to great confusion on the part of parents and educators. Asperger's Syndrome may also be referred to as High Functioning Autism (HFA), Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDD - NOS), Atypical PDD or even Nonverbal Learning Disability (NLD). While there is no specific treatment or 'cure' for Asperger's Syndrome, there are many interventions which can significantly improve the functioning and quality of life of people and children with Asperger's.

Children's and Adolescents' Mental Health, National Mental Health Information Center

This glossary contains terms frequently used when referring to the mental health needs of children and adolescents. The list is alphabetical. Words in italics are defined separately within the glossary. Since the words service and services are used frequently throughout the glossary, it may be helpful to begin by reading the definition for service. The terms in this glossary describe ideal services. These services may not be available in all communities. The Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services Program for Children and Their Families, administered by the Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS), has grantees in communities across the country that are demonstrating these services. For more information about children's mental health issues or services, call SAMHSA's National Mental Health Information Center at 1-800-789-2647.

Council of Nephrology Social Workers (CNSW)

Preventing kidney and urinary tract diseases, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases and increasing the availability of organs for transplantation. The Council of Nephrology Social Workers (CNSW) functions as a professional membership council within the framework of the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and networks with other organizations, including the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), state and local governments, and private groups. CNSW's purpose is twofold: one, to assist patients and their families in dealing with the psychosocial stresses and lifestyle readjustments and facilitate a treatment program that will maximize rehabilitation potential; two, to support the federal regulations governing ESRD reimbursement in regard to standards for social work practice and in the definition of a qualified social worker.