Helpful Links

Disclaimer: I have included these sites to provide information which may be useful; however, I do not claim responsibility for the content contained therein. Please consult with a mental health professional if you have any questions regarding content found on these sites.

Abuse and Domestic Violence

Childhelp - Prevention and treatment of child abuse

National Domestic Violence Hotline Website - Education and support for survivors of domestic violence

1in6.org - Resources for male survivors of childhood sexual abuse

Addiction and Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous - Information and support for individuals struggling with alcoholism

Center for Online Addiction - Resources for individuals with internet addictions (e.g., gaming, pornography, gambling, etc.)

Recovery Connection - Education and resources for individuals (and their families) struggling with drug and alcohol addiction

Anxiety Disorders

National Center for PTSD - Support for individuals who have experienced traumatic events

Associations and Institutes

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry - Resources for families with children affected by mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders

American Psychological Association - Numerous resources about mental health issues, treatment, and psychological research

Kentucky Psychological Association - Local association aimed to provide psychology-related resources to students, professionals, and the public

National Institute of Mental Health - Aimed to understand and treat mental illness through clinical research; various resources on mental health issues

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - Aimed to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on our communities

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association - Information and resources to help adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder lead better lives

Depression

Depression Screening - Resource for identifying symptoms of depression (not designed to provide a diagnosis for clinical depression)

Medications and Health Supplements

Medications, Physicians' Desk Reference - Information about medications used to treat mental health issues

Mental Health Care General Links

Coping with Violence/Traumatic Events - Support and information for dealing with trauma and crisis

PsychCentral - Information about mental health conditions, medications, and resources

Suicide Awareness and Hotlines

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education - Education and resources aimed to help prevent suicide

Suicide: Read This First - Information and resources for individuals with suicidal ideation