Helpful Links and Support Resources
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Helpful Links and Support Resources
General Mental Health Information and Resources
- NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Visit the NAMI HelpLine at nami.org or call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264).
- MentalHealth.gov: A one-stop website for government information on mental health and conditions.
- National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): Provides information, free brochures, and fact sheets on a variety of mental health topics.
- Mental Health America: A community-based network focused on helping people live healthier lives.
- Statistics – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – NIH
- World Health Organization
- Better Health
- Serious Mental Illness
- Serious Mental Illness and Serious Emotional Disturbances
- Mayo Clinic
- Warning Signs & Symptoms
- Cleveland Clinic: Mental Disorders: Types, Causes & Symptoms
- Medline Plus: Psychotic Disorders
Treatment and Substance Use Support
- FindTreatment.gov: A confidential and anonymous resource for finding treatment for mental and substance use disorders.
- SAMHSA National Helpline: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for confidential assistance and treatment referrals.
National Organizations
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
https://www.nami.org
Offers education, advocacy, support groups, and resources for individuals and families affected by mental illness.Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
https://www.samhsa.gov
Provides treatment locators, helplines, and information on mental health and substance use disorders.National Center for PTSD (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)
https://www.ptsd.va.gov
Comprehensive resources on PTSD symptoms, treatment, and research tailored for veterans and the general public.Mental Health America (MHA)
https://www.mhanational.org
Offers screening tools, education, advocacy, and community-based resources.
Crisis and Support Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call or Text: 988
https://988lifeline.org
Confidential support for people in distress or crisis.Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
https://www.crisistextline.org
Free, 24/7 support via text message.SAMHSA’s National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Confidential, free treatment referral and information service.
Peer Support and Community Resources
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
https://www.dbsalliance.org
Peer-led support groups and wellness resources for mood disorders.The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ youth)
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention services.NAMI Peer-to-Peer
https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Peer-to-Peer
Recovery-focused education program led by trained peers.
Additional Resources
PTSD Coach App (Free mobile app by VA)
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/appvid/mobile/ptsdcoach_app.asp
Tools for managing PTSD symptoms on the go.Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
https://adaa.org
Resources and treatment referrals for anxiety, depression, and related disorders.
