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| The Internet offers a wealth of information on achieving a healthy mind and body. RMC is pleased to share a list of useful links with you, and offer you the opportunity to explore information on a variety of topics. The sites listed below have been reviewed for the quality of information offered. Please note, however, that we cannot guarantee the accuracy of these linked sites. |
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| Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
Learning Disabilities Association The Learning Disabilities Association offers information and advocacy for people with ADHD and other learning disabilities and their family members. They provide support for parents, and assistance with navigating educational and mental health systems. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
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| Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association provides valuable resources for the public on when and how to access professional counseling, materials on specific mental health issues related to the workplace, personal relationships, the mind/body connection, and dealing with stress. There’s also a “get-help guide” for young people, and information on violence prevention. |
Anxiety Disorders Association of America The Anxiety Disorders Association of America site includes information on generalized anxiety disorder, (GAD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder and agoraphobia, social phobia and other specific phobias, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as treatment options. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration site includes the Center for Mental Health Services information clearinghouse. This resource has materials on diverse mental health issues in both English and Spanish. |
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration site includes the Center for Mental Health Services information clearinghouse. This resource has materials on diverse mental health issues in both English and Spanish. |
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| Autism |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
Autism Society of America This site includes educational materials about autism and its treatment, as well as advocacy and research information. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
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| Bipolar Disorder |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
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| Depression |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association provides valuable resources for the public on when and how to access professional counseling, materials on specific mental health issues related to the workplace, personal relationships, the mind/body connection, and dealing with stress. There’s also a “get-help guide” for young people, and information on violence prevention. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration site includes the Center for Mental Health Services information clearinghouse. This resource has materials on diverse mental health issues in both English and Spanish. |
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| Eating Disorders |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
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| Grief and Loss |
CancerNet at the National Cancer Institute CancerNet at the National Cancer Institute provides valuable information for people with end-stage cancer and their loved ones. It features materials on coping with cancer, finding support, and end-of-life issues. Many resources are available in Spanish. |
Growth House The Growth House is an “international gateway to resources for life-threatening illness and end of life care”. It includes grief and loss resources, as well as a “Guide to Funeral and Memorial Planning”. |
National Funeral Directors Association The National Funeral Directors Association sells a wide range of useful books, pamphlets, and videos. The site includes a collection of relationship- and situation-specific materials (e.g., death of a child, spouse, or co-worker, and death by suicide). Also provides information about funeral options and costs. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
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| Mental Health Overview |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association provides valuable resources for the public on when and how to access professional counseling, materials on specific mental health issues related to the workplace, personal relationships, the mind/body connection, and dealing with stress. There’s also a “get-help guide” for young people, and information on violence prevention. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration site includes the Center for Mental Health Services information clearinghouse. This resource has materials on diverse mental health issues in both English and Spanish. |
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| Obsessive Compulsive Disorder |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
Anxiety Disorders Association of America The Anxiety Disorders Association of America site includes information on all anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), as well as treatment options. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
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| Schizophrenia |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
MedlinePlus This site, sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, provides information and links to many other related web resources. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
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| Sleep Disorders |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
MedlinePlus This site, sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, provides information and links to many other related web resources. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
National Sleep Foundation The NSF site has a wealth of information about achieving a good night's sleep and overcoming sleep disorders. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
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| Stress |
American Institute of Stress The American Institute of Stress features a monthly newsletter, and information on stress and related health topics. |
American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association provides valuable resources for the public on when and how to access professional counseling, materials on specific mental health issues related to the workplace, personal relationships, the mind/body connection, and dealing with stress. There’s also a “get-help guide” for young people, and information on violence prevention. |
KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is a rich resource for families, children and teens who want to explore health and mental health topics. This site also features materials in Spanish. |
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| Suicide |
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as talking with children about brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers materials in Spanish. |
American Association of Suicidology The American Association of Suicidology website provides information about suicide and surviving suicide. Visitors can search for local support groups for survivors and loved ones. |
MedlinePlus This site, sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, provides information and links to many other related web resources. |
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI provides information on treatment, local support groups, a helpline, and advocy for people living with mental illness, and offers many materials in Spanish. |
National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health provides educational resources on all common mental health disorders, and features many articles in Spanish. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
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| Violence, Abuse, and Trauma |
American Academy of Family Physicians The American Academy of Family Physicians offers articles on what to do if you are raped, protecting yourself and your children form domestic violence, and dealing with trauma after a traffic accident. The site features many articles in Spanish. |
American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association provides valuable resources for the public on when and how to access professional counseling, materials on specific mental health issues, and information on dealing with memories of childhood abuse. There’s also a “get-help guide” for young people, and information on youth and violence prevention. |
National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) The National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) provides fact sheets addressing the effects of trauma on: children; survivors of child sexual abuse; victims of war zone violence, captivity or rape; male and female sexual assault victims; accident survivors; and more. The site also features suggested reading lists. |
National Domestic Violence Hotline The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides information for women, children, teens, abusive individuals, and loved ones who want to help. Resources include the hotline (800-799-SAFE), with trained Advocates available to answer calls in English and Spanish, access to translators in 139 languages, and assistance through email at ndvh@ndvh.org or for the hearing impaired through the TTY line and email at deafhelp@ndvh.org. |
Not My Kid, Inc. Not My Kid.org provides articles on critical mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues affecting children, adolescents, and families. The site also offers a parent survey to help identify children's strengths and weaknesses. |
Sidran Traumatic Stress Institute The Sidran Traumatic Stress Institute provides information for survivors of traumatic events and abuse on topics such as dissociative identity disorders and trauma and the family, as well as information for young adults. The site features resources to help survivors choose a psychotherapist. |
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has a wealth of information for families on such topics as violence, physical and sexual abuse, and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens. The site also offers many materials in Spanish. |
U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs website includes resources for veterans and their loved ones with regard to services and benefits. Also offers some materials in Spanish. |
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