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The Mind
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) 
 This site has descriptions and treatment options for generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, phobias, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It includes resources for practitioners and the public, including a therapist finding aid listing members of ADAA. http://www.adaa.org/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Nov 26, 2002 the Anxiety Panic Internet Resource (tAPir)
tAPir is a "self-help resource for those with anxiety disorders," panic attacks, phobias, extreme shyness, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, etc. This grass-roots site provides an index and archive of anxiety-related information on the Web, self-help and professional resources, and online support forums. It "educates users about anxiety's causes and treatments" and "works against the social stigma of mental health illnesses." http://www.algy.com/anxiety/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Jun 27, 2000 APA Help Center
The American Psychological Association (APA) offers information on "How To Find Help with Life's Problems," including when to seek help and where to find it, workplace psychology, stress, depression, family problems, and the connection between mind and body. Searchable. http://www.APAHelpCenter.org Topics: Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Dec 8, 2005 Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Web site of nonprofit organization devoted to advocacy for the legal rights of those with mental disabilities. The site contains substantial information on the legal aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), aging, disabled children, fair housing, mental health care, and advance directives. The site offers frequent alerts on new legislation and court cases relating to mental health law. http://www.bazelon.org/ Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Disabilities, Health, Senior Health, The Human Body Last updated Sep 6, 2002 Facts for Families
A collection of nearly 100 fact sheets developed by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry on various issues relating to childhood and adolescence. Topics include child abuse, child and adolescent development, medical health and disease, mental health and disorders, media issues, parenting and family problems, and sexuality issues. Reports are available in several languages. http://www.aacap.org/page.ww?section=Facts+for+Families&name=Facts+for+Families Topics: Families, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, People, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Jun 29, 2007 Go Ask Alice!
Ask Alice about sexuality, sexual health, relationships, nutrition and diet, alcohol and other drugs, stress, and more. Questions are submitted anonymously and answered publicly by Columbia University’s Health Education Program. http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/ Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, The Human Body Last updated May 1, 2005 HealthyMinds.org
This site from the American Psychiatric Association (APA) contains a FAQ on psychiatry and expert opinions on various mental health issues; fact sheets (topics include terrorist alert anxiety, postpartum depression, effects of media violence, coping with natural disasters); brochures on anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, phobias, and other topics; resources for locating a psychiatrist; and more. http://HealthyMinds.org Topics: Crime, Death & Dying, Health, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Mar 18, 2006 The Human Nature Review
This online publication features articles, links, and book reviews from a variety of disciplines and viewpoints with the goal of bringing "into communication the variety of approaches to the understanding of human nature which have a regrettable tendency to be less in touch with one another than they might." There is also an Online Dictionary of Mental Health that is actually a searchable subject directory of Web resources. http://www.human-nature.com Topics: Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated May 23, 2005 Internet Mental Health
"Internet Mental Health is a free encyclopedia of mental health information created by a Canadian psychiatrist." The site organizes hundreds of entries on mental disorders, antidepressants and other medications, and other topics, and includes a glossary. Information on disorders includes descriptions, treatments, research, magazine articles, and links to related sites. http://www.mentalhealth.com Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated May 23, 2005 KidsPeace: The National Center for Kids Overcoming Crisis
This nonprofit organization is "dedicated to serving the critical behavioral and mental health needs of children, preadolescents and teens." The "Resources" section of the site features brochures on topics such as parenting, grief, drugs, and healthy eating; articles from Healing magazine; tips for coping with war and bullies; and related information. Also includes information about the KidsPeace psychiatric hospital, and about its foster care and juvenile justice programs. Searchable. http://www.kidspeace.org Topics: Families, Health, People, The Human Body Last updated Feb 2, 2005 Managing Anxiety in Times of Crisis
This site provides tips on coping with and talking about fear, grief, and anxiety related to crises such as disasters, war, and terrorism. Includes guides for parents and teachers about responding to the needs of children. Contains related links. From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/cmhs/managinganxiety/ Topics: Health, Mental Conditions, The Human Body, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq Last updated Nov 14, 2006 Mental Health and Psychology Resources Online
Annotated and rated directory of thousands of psychology and mental health resources on the Internet. Part of the Psych Central pages maintained by Dr. John Grohol, a psychologist and computer consultant. http://psychcentral.com/resources/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Oct 23, 2007 Mental Health Foundation: Information
"Our information on mental health covers: how to get help, general information about mental health, specific problems, issues and treatment options, news articles, organisations and events. We also run bulletin boards and forums for discussion about mental health issues and publish personal stories." The site is owned by the Mental Health Foundation, a charity organization in the United Kingdom. http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/information/ Topics: Disabilities, Education, Health, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Dec 11, 2007 MentalHelp.Net
Comprehensive guide to mental health online. Covers information on disorders; such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, chronic fatigue syndrome, substance abuse, and other addictions; professional resources in psychology; psychiatry and social work; journals; and self-help magazines. Content is "designed and maintained by Clinical Psychologists." http://www.mentalhelp.net/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Nov 24, 2007 MindZone: A Mental Health Site for Teens
This site aimed at teenagers offers personal stories and suggests strategies for coping with mental health disorders. Visitors may take part in polls, learn about personal strengths and how to deal with emotions, find facts about anxiety disorders, and question experts. Content at this site is "reviewed by a psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent care." From the Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands. http://www.copecaredeal.org/ Topics: Death & Dying, Disabilities, Health, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Feb 7, 2006 National Alliance on Mental Illness
This organization has created a helpful and timely resource for professionals, patients, and interested bystanders as well. The fact sheets provide concise summaries of disorders while the sections for education and research include the latest word on disorders, medication, and research. "Advocacy" provides information on legal rights. http://www.nami.org/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Nov 30, 2005 National Comorbidity Survey (NCS)
"The baseline NCS ... [1990-1992] was the first nationally representative mental health survey in the U.S. to use a fully structured research diagnostic interview" to assess the prevalence of mental health disorders in the U.S. The NCS Replication survey (NCS-R) was released in June 2005. The site includes a bibliography of publications and a link to NCS data. (NCS-R data is scheduled to be available in 2006.) From the Harvard School of Medicine. http://www.hcp.med.harvard.edu/ncs/ Topics: Disabilities, Diseases & Conditions, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Infectious Diseases, Public Health & Safety, The Human Body Last updated Jun 8, 2005 National Social Worker Finder
Find a social worker by specialty, location, or name. Site also features publications, professional development resources, legislative issues, and related links. Provided by the National Association of Social Workers, the online version of the directory of the same title. http://www.helpstartshere.org/common/Search/Default.asp Topics: Health, Health, The Human Body Last updated Oct 14, 2009 NIMH: National Institute of Mental Health
This site is about mental health: depression, anxiety and panic disorders, Alzheimer's disease, learning disabilities, autism, schizophrenia, and other illnesses. It contains information for researchers, practitioners, and the general public. Information includes news, events, grants, contracts, committees, research, clinical trials, funding opportunities, and links to other NIMH programs. Searchable. Some information in "For the Public" is available in Spanish. From the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nimh.nih.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Senior Health, The Human Body Last updated May 23, 2005 Screening for Mental Health, Inc. (SMH)
The site for a non-profit organization "developed to coordinate nationwide mental health screening programs and to ensure cooperation, professionalism, and accountability in mental illness screenings." Information and sample tests about alcoholism, anxiety, depression, suicide, and eating disorders are included, with extensive links for each topic. http://www.mentalhealthscreening.org/ Topics: Death & Dying, Disabilities, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Jul 19, 2002 Student Counseling Virtual Pamphlet Collection
Some of the topics included in this online collection include alcohol and substance abuse, assertiveness, cults, depression, eating disorders, relationships, sexual assault (including date rape), stress, study skills, and time management. From the Student Counseling and Resource Service at the University of Chicago. http://counseling.uchicago.edu/vpc/ Topics: Crime, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Mental Conditions, Nonfiction by Genre, Religion, Society & Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Apr 28, 2006 |
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