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Mental Health Topics – Signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for various mental health conditions from the National Institute on Mental Health.
Coping with Traumatic Events – Resources from Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration to help with traumatic events.
Medline Plus Mental Health & Behavior – Information and guides from the National Library of Medicine.
SAMHSA Treatment Locator – Find mental health services providers in any state.
National Institute of Mental Health – Resources, guides and treatment for mental health conditions including depression, anxiety and schizophrenia.
Mental Health Disorders – Detailed guides from the National Library of Medicine.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services – Resources and support for individuals and families.
National Alliance on Mental Illness – Support groups and programs from NAMI.
Mental Health Services for Veterans – Mental health support, treatment and care from the U.S. Office of Veterans Affairs.
Depression and Bipolar Alliance – Support and care for those suffering from bipolar disorder.
Find a Professional – Support for children and adolescents with bipolar disorder.
DBSA Chapters and Support Groups Non-U.S. Locations – Find support and treatment for bipolar disorder outside of the United States.
Bipolar Advocacy Support – Support for bipolar disorder in Australia.
Canada Mood Disorder Support – Treatment and support for those suffering from mood disorders in Canada.
Dual Recovery Anonymous – Help for those suffering from dual diagnosis.
Military Families and Dual Diagnosis – Help for members of the armed forces who suffer from co-occurring mental illness.
Department of Veterans Affairs – Support and information for Veterans suffering from mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance – Help for mood disorders including depression.
Depression Alliance UK – Help for UK residents suffering from depression and other mood disorders.
Australian Blue Pages – Depression support groups and self-help in Australia.
New Zealand Blue Pages – Depression support groups and treatment in New Zealand.
National Alliance on Mental Illness – Schizophrenia treatment locator.
State & Local Programs for Families – Providers who treat mental illness including schizophrenia.
Schizophrenia Support Groups – Help and support for those suffering from schizophrenia.
Depression is a serious mental illness that varies in degrees and symptoms unique to the individual. As such, there are a number of options available for treatment and it is important that treatment begin as soon as possible because the longer the depression goes on, the harder it may be to control. Symptoms of Depression….
Primarily, the goal of a dual diagnosis treatment center is to effectively treat co-existing physical or mental health conditions of an addict along with their substance abuse. By treating all conditions in continuum and integrating the treatment services, many benefits can be received in dual diagnosis treatment centers that may be limited by other providers…..
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How does a physician decide to treat a patient with ADHD (Attention Deficit, Hyperactivity Disorder)? Different types of ADHD treatment are available. With detailed observation, the patient should be studied at length in order to discover which options work for that particular individual. The treatment of ADHD should be tailored with a consideration of special….
Eating disorders frequently appear first during the teen years, but may develop during childhood or at any time of life. Eating disorders can be caused by genetic, biological, behavioral, psychological, and social factors. Girls are more than two and a half times as likely as boys to have an eating disorder. Common eating disorders include….
According to the world renowned Mayo Clinic the definition of Anorexia Nervosa (Anorexia) is: “an eating disorder that causes people to obsess about their weight and the food they eat” (Mayo Definition). Anorexia can cause unrealistic expectations of body type and a distorted view of body image, causing Anorexia suffers to starve themselves trying to….
Finding alternative treatments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be risky and frustrating. No conclusive medical evidence currently exists that supports holistic ADHD treatment options, but this should not stop you from investigating non-traditional methods in conjunction with a licensed medical professional. There are promising studies (Mayo Clinic) that are bringing hope to families….
When two mental disorders or illnesses occur at the same time, or in sequence, in the same person, it is known as comorbidity; when these conditions are diagnosed, it is called a dual diagnosis. Mental disorders are defined by the National Institute on Drug Abuse as “A mental condition marked primarily by sufficient disorganization of….
Overconsumption of alcohol can lead to dangerous consequences in a person’s life. Drinking alcohol can interfere with rational thinking, causing the person to make irresponsible decisions, such as driving while intoxicated. Driving while intoxicated is one of the top reason people have car accidents. In one moment someone’s life can be changed forever, and can….
Depression affects millions of people worldwide causing grief and despair that interferes with regular routines, happiness and lifestyle satisfaction. According to the University of Michigan Health System, depression is most often recognized early in life during the late teens or early stages of adulthood. Unfortunately, the signs are often overlooked allowing the severity of the….
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