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Mental Health
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.
Bipolar Disorder
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 Diagnosis
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
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.
Schizophrenia
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.
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