WEB RESOURCES
Websites resources on this page are organized into four categories:
General | ADHD | LGBTQ | Women’s Mental Health |
General
Alcoholics Anonymous
The authoritative source for meetings worldwide for Alcoholics Anonymous, the support network.
Welcome to Al-Anon/Alateen
The support network for persons with family members with alcohol and drug disorders.
Anxiety Disorder Association of America
Excellent source of facts on Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivty Disorder
An excellent web site for adults with and parents of children with Attention Deficit Disorder.
Depression-Screening.org
Provides a confidential, self assessment tool for the diagnosis of depression.
The Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender and Reproduction
The official site of the Kinsey Institute, an interdisciplinary center for the study and understanding of human sexuality, gender, and reproduction. An excellent source of information on sexual orientation, women’s sexuality, sexual abuse, contraceptions, HIV/AIDS and STDs, and transgender issues.
Narcotics Anonymous
The support network for persons with drug abuse and addiction disorders.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the largest grassroots organziation of people with menatl illness and their families. Excellent source of information and education on diagnoses and treatment.
National Eating Disorders Association
A non-profit organization website dedicated to supporting individuals with eating disorders. Good source for basic information and resources.
National Institute of Drug Abuse
National Institute of Drug Abuse official government website for drug abuse and addiction. Excellent source fo facts on all substances of abuse including nicotine and steroids.
National Institute of Mental Health
The website for the largest scientific organization in the world. their health and outreach section is helpful for information and resources for patients.
National Mental Health Association
The National Mental Health Association official site. Excellent source fo information on psychopharamcology for the lay person.
American Psychiatric Association
The official website for the American Psychiatric Association. Good source for latest standards in diagnosing and treating mental illnesses.
American Psychological Association
The official website of the American Psychological Association. Excellent source for articles and books on host of psychological ailments.
National Sleep Foundation
A non-profit organization dedicated to sleep disorders and other conditions that affect sleep.
ADHD Resources
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – ADHD Resources
http://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/ADHD_Resource_Center/Home.aspx
American Psychiatric Association – See Parent’s Medication Guide (English & Spanish)
http://www.psychiatry.org/adhd
Children and Adults with ADHD – Support & Advocacy Organization
http://www.chadd.org
ADHD Association – Helping Adults with ADHD Lead Better Lives
Mayo Clinic – ADHD symptoms, risks, tests, treatments and more
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adhd/basics/symptoms/con-20023647
LBGTQ Resources
The Center – New York’s Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Community Center
https://gaycenter.org
LBGTQ Nation – News Source
http://www.lgbtqnation.com
Find a LGBTQ Center nationally and internationally
http://www.lgbtcenters.org/about-us.aspx
National Organization for LGBTQ Youth
http://www.ourtruecolors.org/index.html
Protecting LGBTQ Rights
https://www.aclu.org/lgbt-rights
Women’s Mental Health
The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Provides information on a variety of topics including abortion, contraception, pregnancy, menopause, and female specific cancers.
Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Women’s Mental Health
Addresses psychiatric conditions in women, including premenstrual syndrome, postpartum depression, and perimenopausal mood changes.
The National Infertility Association
Self-help organization for infertile couples and sponsors support groups throughout the country.
The National Women’s Health Information Center
Provides information for women on a variety of topics including pregnancy, breast-feeding, heart disease, etc.
North American Menopause Society
A non-profit organization that promotes women’s health during midlife and beyond through an understanding of menopause.
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Offers informaton about pregnancy, birth control, abortion, adoption and parenting.
Post-partum Support Group
An international network of individuals and organizations whose purpose is to increase awareness bout the emotional experience during and after birth.
Post-partum Support International
Increases awareness of the emotional changes women experience during and after giving birth.
Reach to Recover
A Program of the American Cancer Society for women who have had breast cancer surgery that provides information about cancer, decision making tools, clinical trials, and ways to cope with cancer.
We Can Weekend, American Cancer Society
Provides retreats for families dealing with cancer with the focus on problems families encounter with cancer.
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization
Provides 24-hour hotline with trained volunteers, breast cancer survivors who provide information and support.