Helpful Resource Links
General Psychology/Mental Health
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) http://www.nami.org
American Psychological Association http://www.apa.org
Depression Central http://depressioncentral.net/
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance http://www.dbsalliance.org
Mental Health Awareness https://www.journeysdream.org
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Substance Abuse
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SAMHSA https://www.samhsa.gov/
Web of Addictions http://www.well.com/user/woa/facts.htm#drug3
Drug Rehab https://www.drugrehab.com/addiction/hotlines/
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Support Groups
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Al-Anon 800.344.2666
National Cancer Institute 800.4.CANCER
CoDependents Anonymous http://coda.org/
Gamblers Anonymous http://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/
Alcoholics Anonymous https://www.aa.org/
Narcotics Anonymous https://www.na.org/
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Important Numbers
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800.273.8255
Missing and Exploited Children 800.843.5678
Runaways 800.621.4000
Youth Homelessness 800.999.9999
Child Abuse Hotline 800.422.4453
Elder Abuse Hotline 866.800.1409
Drug Abuse Referrals 800.662.HELP
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Helpful Websites and Articles
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ADHD:
ADD & ADHD Symptom Tests, Signs, Treatment and Support
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Anxiety:
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Types of Anxiety
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders/index.shtml
Understanding Anxiety
https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety
Rumination (Worry / Anxiety of past events)
https://louisajewell.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/The-Rumination-Cure-By-Louisa-Jewell.pdf
Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/panic-attacks-and-panic-disorders.htm
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How to Overcome Agoraphobia: 5 Helpful Tips
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/agoraphobia/related/how-to-overcome-agoraphobia/
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Blended Families:
Teens Can Drive You Nuts—Especially When They're Not Yours!
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Stepparenting an Adolescent: What to Expect
https://www.familyeducation.com/life/relating-stepchildren/stepparenting-adolescent-what-expect
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Hope for Other Mothers: Step-parenting Teens
What to Do When Your Stepkids Disrespect You
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Children and Teen Mental Health:
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Education at the Child Mind Institute
https://childmind.org/education/
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Confidence:
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8 Steps to Improving Your Self-Esteem
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Actions to Boost Your Self-Confidence
https://zenhabits.net/25-killer-actions-to-boost-your-self-confidence/
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COVID-19 Resources:
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How to Talk to Your Kids about Coronavirus without Scaring Them
https://redtri.com/what-to-say-to-kids-about-coronavirus/
Coronavirus and Autism: What You Need to Know
https://www.angelsense.com/blog/coronavirus-and-autism/
10 Ways to Deal with Feelings of Isolation as a Home-based Employee
http://wfmdepot.com/10-ways-to-deal-with-feelings-of-isolation-as-a-home-based-employee/
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Depression:
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Warning Signs of Depression in a Family Member
https://www.rehabsolution.org/warning-signs-of-depression-in-a-family-member/
10 Ways To Help A Depressed Teen
https://www.westchesterhealth.com/blog/10-ways-to-help-a-depressed-teen/
Teen Depression
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/depression/parents-guide-to-teen-depression.htm/
Impacts of Social Media in Teens
https://www.verywellfamily.com/ways-social-media-affects-teen-mental-health-4144769
​Athletes Overcoming Depression
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQ7OXOrliGY
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Grief & Loss:
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What Is Normal Grieving, and What Are the Stages of Grief?
https://www.webmd.com/balance/normal-grieving-and-stages-of-grief#1
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Teen Grief
http://yourcenter.uvacancercenter.com/teenage-grief-is-complex-how-to-help-your-grieving-teen/
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PTSD:
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PTSD and Marriage: 5 Things Spouses Need to Know
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Marriage and PTSD
https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/39009/ptsd-and-marriage-advice-from-someone-whos-been-there/
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Operation We Are Here
http://www.operationwearehere.com/GetConnectedWWCaregivers.html
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Senior Services:
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Grants for Seniors
https://grantsforseniors.org/
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Social Media:
Social Media Addiction
https://socialmediavictims.org/social-media-addiction/
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Stress:
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How to Deal with Stress: 33 Tips That Work
https://www.positivityblog.com/how-to-deal-with-stress/
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Substance Abuse:
Sober Minded Sister
https://21day.sobersis.com/21daychallenge