Mental Health
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) works to improve the lives of millions of children and adults who suffer from anxiety and depression by promoting profession and public awareness of such disorders and how these illnesses impact people’s lives. ADAA encourages the advancement of scientific knowledge about anxiety, depression and related disorders to improve prevention, treatments, and cures. Additionally, ADAA links people who need treatment with experienced health providers that can provide the necessary health care.
The AFSP provides resources and information on how to prevent suicide, the signs of suicide, and where to go when you need help.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) is a medical association dedicated to improving life for children and their families affected by mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders. AACAP promotes and supports research and training curricula to assure proper treatment in child psychiatry. Additionally, the Academy acts as a government liaison to respond to national policy in order to improve and expand psychiatric services to children and adolescents.
The Safe Schools Coalition offers resources as a starting point for educators, parents/guardians and youth.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
Psych Central “is a definitive online listing of websites, mailing lists, and support information for online mental health.”
Helpguide is a nonprofit website that is dedicated to metal health issues.
Since 1990 the National Youth Network (initially known as the Western Youth Network) has been helping parents and professionals alike in providing education and information regarding programs and services for underachieving youth. Over the years NYN has literally helped thousands of families find the most appropriate information and intervention options to meet their special needs. There are many types of summer camps throughout the United States. Parents can choose anything from special education summer camps, to wilderness summer camps, to academic summer camps.
Reading Rockets is a national multimedia literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help.