RESOURCES

American Academy of Childhood, Adolescence Psychiatry​

• Website: www.aacap.org

• Description: This website is an excellent source of information on the assessment and treatment of child and adolescent mental health disorders. Handouts for use with families are available on a multitude of problems, including ADHD

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

• Website: www. chadd.org

• Description: This national nonprofit organization was founded in 1987 in response to the frustration and sense of isolation experience my parents and their children with ADHD. The website provides many resources on support groups evidence based treatments and practical advice for anyone suffering from ADHD.

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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
⦁ Website: www.nami.org
⦁ Phone: 1-800-950-NAMI (1-800-950-6264)
⦁ Description: Offers support groups, education programs, and advocacy for individuals with mental illness and their
families.

Mental Health America (MHA)
⦁ Website: www.mhanational.org
⦁ Description: Provides resources for mental health awareness, including screening tools and information on various
mental health conditions.

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
⦁ Website: www.nimh.nih.gov
⦁ Description: Offers extensive information on mental disorders, current research, and educational materials.

Crisis and Suicide Prevention Resources
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
⦁ Website: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
⦁ Phone: 988
⦁ Description: Offers free and confidential support 24/7 for individuals in distress, along with suicide prevention and
crisis resources.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
⦁ Website: www.afsp.org
⦁ Description: Provides resources for suicide prevention, including education, advocacy, and support for those
affected by suicide.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
⦁ Website: www.samhsa.gov
⦁ National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357)
⦁ Description: Offers comprehensive information and support for substance use disorders, including treatment
referrals and support services.

Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
⦁ Website: www.adaa.org
⦁ Description: Provides information on prevention, treatment, and symptoms of anxiety, depression, and related
conditions.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
⦁ Website: www.dbsalliance.org
⦁ Description: Offers peer-led support groups and resources for individuals living with depression and bipolar
disorder.

Veterans Crisis Line
⦁ Website: www.veteranscrisisline.net
⦁ Phone: 988, then press 1
⦁ Description: Provides 24/7 confidential support for veterans and their loved ones experiencing mental health crises
or suicidal thoughts.

LGBTQIA+ Resources
The Trevor Project
⦁ Website: www.thetrevorproject.org
⦁ Phone: 1-866-488-7386

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source: Carlat Publishing