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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

https://www.additudemag.com/

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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! 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/stepmonster/200911/teens-can-drive-you-nuts-especially-when-theyre-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

https://www.beliefnet.com/love-family/parenting/articles/hope-for-other-mothers-stepparenting-teens.aspx

 

What to Do When Your Stepkids Disrespect You

https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/my-blended-family-wont-blend-part-ii-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

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/nurturing-self-compassion/201703/8-steps-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

https://www.military.com/spouse/relationships/military-marriage/ptsd-and-marriage-4-things-spouses-need-to-know.html

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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

 

Opioid Information
www.OpioidHelp.com/signs-risk-factors-teen-using-opioids
 
Teen Drug Resource
www.RehabSpot.com/drugs/who-addiction-affects/Teenage-Drug-Addiction
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