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Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's Association - by Alz.org
Alzheimer's Disease Research Report - Case Western Reserve University
Site for Caregivers - by ALZwell.com

Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety Disorder Association of America
National Institute of Mental Health Anxiety Disorders Education Program
Anxiety and Panic Support - by The Caregiver
Social Phobia/Social Anxiety Association - by socialphobia.org
The Awareness Foundation

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Children and Adults with ADD (Non-Profit Organization)
Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) Home Page
ADHDNews.com - Taking Control Through Knowledge - by Brandi Valentine
Attention Deficit Disorder - About.com
adders.org - The Hensby Family page
ADD Resources - Non-Profit Organization
Born to Explore - The Other Side of ADD - Presents another perspective of ADD
ADHD Living Guide.com

Childhood Disorders

Down Syndrome Information Page
Learning Disability Online - Online guide to learning disabilities
Mental Retardation Homepage - The ARC Homepage
The Learning Disabilities Association of America
Dr. Jim Chandler's Pediatric Psychiatry Pamphlets - For many childhood disorders
Conduct Disorders.com

Autistic Disorder & Asperger's Disorder

Autism-Resources.com
On-Line Asperger Syndrome Information and Support Page
Autism Society of America.org
Center for the Study of Autism
Asperger Syndrome Coalition of the US
Society For The Autistically Handicapped

Disabilities

World Association of Persons with Disabilities
American Association of People with Disabilities - Non-Profit Organization
Americans with Disabilities Home Page
Disabilities Studies and Services Center - by dssc.org
Children with Disabilities

Dissociative Disorders (E. G., Multiple Personality Disorder)

International Society for the Study of Dissociation - Non-Profit Organization
Trauma & Dissociation - by The Sidran Institute
Allison, Ralph B., MD - Resource for psychotherapists, attorneys and patients
Dissociation and Coping Study - Examines dissociation & coping strategies
Dissociation in the UK - Explains Dissociative Identity Disorder

Domestic Violence/Spousal Abuse

Artemis - Site for male and female survivors of domestic violence
Australian Domestic and Family Violence Clearinghouse
Blain Nelson's Abuse Pages - Provides insight into abuse and abuse recovery from a recovering spouse abuser
Child And Women Abuse Studies Unit - Research organization focused on abuse of adult women and children
Domestic Violence Handbook - Provides definitions, descriptions of victims and abusers, and a warning list for identifying abuse
Domestic Violence Hotlines and Resources - by National Feminist Majority
Domestic Violence Personalized Safety Plan
Domestic Violence Shelter Tour - Learn about life in a shelter by taking a virtual tour
Domestic Violence, Murder and My Kids - A mother's story about the murder of her daughter and grandsons from domestic violence
dvGuide.com - Resource for victims of domestic violence and stalking
He's Still Out There - Linda's Story - Dramatic real-life story of domestic violence with police reports and court transcripts
Lifeline - Lifeline is a UK registered charity that supports victims of domestic violence, child abuse and incest
Minnesota Center Against Violence & Abuse - Resources, references, and links examining issues of violence and abuse
National Domestic Violence Hotline - Includes hotline services, statistics, and more
New Standard Domestic Violence Main Menu - Articles explore domestic violence
Safe at Home - California Confidential Address Program - Overview of the SAFE Program
Safety Net - Domestic violence resources including a handbook on domestic violence and statistics
San Diego Domestic Violence Council - Dedicated to prevention and intervention initiatives
Violence at Home - Year-long series on domestic violence
WebMD article on emotionally abusive relationships
The Healing Club - Useful links and resources for abuse
CASA - A site packed with information

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center
Eating Disorders - by MIRROR-MIRROR.org
Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders - by ANRED.com
A Collaborative Study of the Genetics of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
Eating Disorders in Figure Skaters and Non-Skaters
Eating Disorder Treatment
Fed-Up: Fight Eating Disorders by Understanding the Problems
Finding Balance - Focusing on healthy balance in eating
Pale Reflections - Online eating disorder community
Purple Chocolate - Online Support Group for people with EDs
Scientific American: Treating Eating Disorders - Scientific article
Something Fishy - information on Anorexia and Bulimia
Support Concern and Resources for Eating Disorder (S.C.a.R.E.D) - includes resources and support.

Factitious Disorders

Dangerous Kind of Maltreatment - Louisa Lasher provides information about Munchausen by proxy and factitious disorder by proxy.
Mothers Against Munchausen Allegations - Formed in response to the growing number of false accusations of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Munchausen's Syndrome by Proxy
Munchausen.com - Deals with factitious disorders such as Munchausen syndrome and Munchausen by proxy

Impulse Control Disorders

BehaveNet Clinical Capsule: Impulse-Control Disorders - Summary from the DSM-IV
Healthinmind: Impulse Control Disorders - Offers outlines of disorders and recommended related books and web sites
Impulse-Control Disorders - Discusses treatment methods

Gambling

Gambler's Anonymous - Offers a self help chat room where people can talk about their problem
Gambling Research - Research conducted at the University of Minnesota on prevalence of youth gambling in Minnesota and a gambling treatment outcome study
North American Training Institute - Conducts training about compulsive gambling treatment, and specializes in prevention and education of adolescent and senior citizen compulsive gambling
WAGER Online Edition - A weekly research bulletin of the Division on Addictions at Harvard Medical School dedicated to the study of pathological gambling
Wanna Bet? - Online magazine for teens concerned about gambling

Intermittent Explosive Disorder

Ask the Expert: Intermittent Explosive Disorder - Brief discussion how the DSM classification for IED has changed over time.
Mental Health Net: Intermittent Explosive Disorder Symptoms - For those who suffer from a failure to resist aggressive impulses that result in serious assaultive acts or destruction of property
Rhoades, George F. Jr., Ph.D. - How to Control Anger

Kleptomania

Ask the Expert: Causes of Kleptomania
Shoplifters Alternative. org - Helps people with a shoplifting problem

Tourette's Syndrome (Uncontrollable Tics & Utterances)

Tourette Syndrome Association, Inc
Tourette Syndrome - The Virtual Hospital
Tourette Syndrome "Plus" - A TS Site intended for Parents
Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada

Trichotillomania (Pulling out body hair)

Amanda's Trich Guide
Birdy's Blessings - Information and links to sites about trichotillomania.
Helen's Trichotillomania Pages - Guide to the help available for hair pulling.
Trichotillomania Learning Center - Devoted to advancing understanding of trichotillomania.
UK Trichotillomania Site - Contains details of available help, advice, links, message boards, and more.
Vancouver Trichotillomania Self-Help Network - Peer support group for those suffering from TTM or compulsive hair-pulling

Mood Disorders (Depression)

Depression-Helper.com - Depression help and advice that will increase your happiness, self-esteem, self-confidence, and success...includes courses, articles, books, and more!
Dr. Ivan's Depression Central - Clearinghouse for information on all types of depressive disorders and treatments
National Depression Screening Day - Information from the National Mental Illness Screening Project
NIMH: Depression - Brochure providing descriptions of major depression, dysthymia, and bipolar disorder (manic depression)
MEDLINEplus: Depression - News, overviews, alternative therapies, clinical trials, symptoms, prevention, research, and more
DRADA: Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association - Community organization serving individuals affected by a depressive illness
Wing of Madness: A Depression Guide - Layman's guide to depression, including links to relevant Internet sources
McMan's Depression and Bipolar Web - Offers articles on depression and bipolar, plus news, links, and more

Manic Depression

BiPolarCentral.com - Site devoted to Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorders Portal: Pendulum Resources - Articles & treatment information
McMan's Depression and Bipolar Web - Offers articles on depression and bipolar
Child & Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
Bipolar Disorders Information Center - Includes newsletter & links to online resources
Bipolar Home - About coping with bipolar disorder

Cyclothymia

Cyclothymia Links - Directory of web resources
Internet Mental Health: Cyclothymic Disorder - Includes descriptions and treatment information
McMan's Depression and Bipolar Web: Cyclothymia - Explains the milder form of bipolar disorder
PsychNet-UK: Cyclothymic Disorder - Diagnostic information about cyclothymia
Trillian's Cyclothymia Page - Includes description and diagnostic criteria

Postpartum Depression

Depression After Delivery - National, nonprofit organization which provides support for women with postpartum depression
Dr. Donnica: Postpartum Depression - Article from women's health expert and advocate Donnica Moore
Emotional Disorders in the Postpartum Period - Includes information about major depression
FAQ: Post-Partum Depression
National Women's Health Information Center: Postpartum Depression - Examines symptoms and treatment
Online PPD Support Group - Devoted to mothers and families affected by Post Partum Depression
Postpartum Depression and the 'Baby Blues'
Postpartum Resource Center of New York - Self-help organization established to provide education & emotional support to mothers who are suffering from postpartum depression
Postpartum Support International - Social support network and research concerning postpartum depression
Ruth Rhoden Craven Foundation - Provides information and support to women suffering from postpartum depression
StorkNet: Postpartum Depression - Brief article about what is also called the "baby blues"

Childhood/Teenage Depression

About Teen Depression - Discusses the difficulties in diagnosing teen depression and possible treatment options
Adolescent Mood Disorders - reviews the difficulties in recognizing depression and other mood disorders among teenagers
Child and Adolescent Depression - looks at various aspects of diagnosis and treatment
Clinical-Depression.co.uk: Teen Depression - symptoms of teenage depression, checklist, and a discussion of why it is on the increase
Crossroads to Recovery - Information for teens and young adults who suffer from depression and other issues
depressedteens.com - Offers facts, resources, testimonials, and educational materials for those ready to reach out and get the help they need
Depression: On The Edge - transcript, clips, and health information about teen depression from an episode of the PBS show In the Mix
NIMH: Depression in Children and Adolescents - collection of fact sheets for kids, teens, parents, and physicians
NMHA Factsheet: Adolescent Depression - Advice on helping depressed teens
Psychology Information Online: Depression in Teenagers - discusses clinical depression signs, treatment, and myths
Teen Depression - Offers notes on how to distinguish between normal teen stress and more serious adolescent depression symptoms. Also provides information on how teen depression is prevented, detected, and treated
Teenage Depression Fact Sheet - Information about adolescents with depressive illnesses
Teens for Teens - Guide to teenage depression, other mental health disorders, sexuality, and related topics
TeensHealth: Depression - Explains depression, including types and what happens in the brain
You Asked About... Adolescent Depression - Discusses symptoms, suicide, treatment, and medication

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders

The Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation - by OD Foundation.org
Health-Center: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Personality Disorders

The Borderline Sanctuary
Avoidant Personality Disorder Homepage
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Health-Center.com: Personality Disorders
Mental Health Net: Personality Disorders
N-Courage - Narcissism Resources and Information Site - information and resources for those damaged by a relationship with a narcissist
Narcissistic Support Group - For those suffering from depression and anxiety due to the isolation caused by Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Online Screening for Personality Disorders (PDS) - Test to screen personality traits that might be associated with a personality disorder
Passive-Aggressive Helping Hand - Explains the traits of PAPD and how it affects sufferers

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Trauma Information Pages - by David Baldwin
National Center for PTSD - by ncptsd.org
The Sidran Institute
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - by Aboutourkids.com
American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder - by Internet Mental Health
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder- by MayoClinic.com
Military Veterans PTSD Reference Manual
Mount Sinai School of Medicine - Traumatic Stress Information
National Center for PTSD
Police Officers and Post Trauma Stress Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Alliance

Schizophrenia

Basic Facts About Schizophrenia - Produced by The British Columbia Friends Of Schizophrenia Society
Doctor's Guide: Schizophrenia - Directory of schizophrenia-related news and information for patients and family members
Edgar Cayce's Schizophrenia Treatment - Introduction to psychic's approach to treating the condition
eMedicine Health: Schizophrenia - Consumer health resource providing an overview of schizophrenia, its causes, and treatment
Hope for Schizophrenia - Provides hope and suggests alternative recourse for those who suffer from schizophrenia
Schizophrenia - by Internet Mental Health
NIMH Genetic Study of Schizophrenia - Seeks adults diagnosed with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder to participate in genetic research
NPR : The Sights and Sounds of Schizophrenia - Drug company created streaming simulations of schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Caregiver's Roadmap - Offers guide for family members and friends of people living with schizophrenia
Schizophrenia On-line News Articles - Offers a searchable collection of news articles relating to schizophrenia
Schizophrenia.com - Nonprofit providing discussion boards and information for people diagnosed with schizophrenia
Schizophrenia: A Handbook For Families - published by Health Canada in co-operation with the Schizophrenia Society of Canada

Self-Esteem

Building self-esteem and self-confidence - Great advice, tips, articles, books, free courses and much more!

Sexual Disorders

Network for Excellence in Women's Sexual Health (NewShe) - Operates clinics and provides resources for women dealing with sexual function
Treatments for Erectile Dysfunction - Contains treatment information about both male erectile dysfunction and female sexual dysfunction
Types of Female Sexual Dysfunction - Explains physical and psychological causes of sexual dysfunction
# 1 Premature Ejaculation Treatment and Control - Information about premature ejaculation and other sexual problems
4 Men: Penis Enlargement and Premature Ejaculation - Discusses treatment options for men concerned with penis size and premature ejaculation
Abakong for Premature Ejaculation - Resources and in-depth information on several treatments
- from the Abakong Institute for Men's Health
End Premature Ejaculation Now - Includes tips and pictures to end premature ejaculation and achieve simultaneous orgasm during sex
Ending Premature Ejaculation - from Passionne.net
Penis Enlargement 2 Cure Premature Ejaculation - Offers information on natural cures and remedies for premature ejaculation using penis enlargement exercises
Sexual Health: Premature Ejaculation - Causes and treatments
Products and Services
# 1 Premature Ejaculation Treatment and Control - Information about premature ejaculation and other sexual problems
4 Men: Penis Enlargement and Premature Ejaculation - Discusses treatment options for men concerned with penis size and premature ejaculation

Sleep Disorders

Medlineplus: Sleep Disorders - Contains information from the government
SleepNet - Provides descriptions of sleep disorders, links to sleep and research information, and community forums
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness - EDS is Characterized by being unable to stay awake in the daytime, even after getting enough nighttime sleep
Healthology: Sleep Disorders - Offers featured articles and video clips
HealthySleeping.com - Offers articles and streaming videos addressing sleeping disorders
Neuronic - Information and resources pertaining to sleep and consciousness, with an emphasis on sleep disorders
Sleep and Dream - Describes normal and pathological characteristics of sleep
SleepDisorders.com - Includes forums, focus groups, seminars, and meetings
Snorer.com - Provides facts about snoring, a sleepiness test, anti-snore devices, and medical advice
Stop The Snoring - Offers articles by Dr. Michael Siegle on solutions to snoring

Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy Association UK (UKAN) - Association of narcoleptics
Narcolepsy Internet - Email based support group for people with narcolepsy
Narcolepsy Network - Support group for individuals with narcolepsy
Narcolepsy Research Project - Group of clinicians and investigators dedicated to improving the care of narcoleptic patients
Scientific American: Narcolepsy - Narcolepsy overview. Science has new leads
Sleepy Scotland - Information and awareness on the neurological sleeping disorder Narcolepsy

Night Terrors

InteliHealth: Night Terrors - What to look for and when to seek help
Night Terrors dreamemporium.com
Night Terrors [geocities.com] - Includes characteristics and what to do about Night Terrors
Night Terrors Message Board
Nightmares and Night Terrors: The Horror Movies of the Mind - by Nicholas L. Borzel
Sleep Concerns: Night Terrors - Why it happens and what you can do about it

Substance-Related Disorders

The Alcoholism and Addictions Resource Directory - Help and Information for Alcoholism, Addictions and Mental Health
National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) - Information about alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs
Common Sense - Presents strategies for raising alcohol- and drug-free children from the National PTA
Web of Addictions - Drug abuse information and resources
DrugText -Gives information on substance abuse related risk reduction
Drug Story - Informational resource from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy
Canadian Center on Substance Abuse
National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
National Institute of Drug Abuse
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Cocaine Anonymous
HabitSmart Web - Addictions
Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention
Indiana Prevention Resource Center - Indiana University
Join Together Online
National Inhalant Prevention Coalition (NIPC)
Addiction Resource Guide
Drug-Related Network Resources
Marijuana Anonymous

Alcohol Dependence

Alcoholics Anonymous
AL-Anon & ALATEEN WWW site
Another Empty Bottle - For the friends, family, and alcoholics
Alcoholism - About.com
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) - Offers news, publications & general information
College Drinking: Changing the Culture - Resource center for changing the college drinking culture
Alcohol and Alcohol Problems Science Database - Resource covering all aspects of alcohol abuse and alcoholism
Adolescent Alcohol Research Center - PAARC at UPMC is funded by NIAAA to investigate the effects of alcohol on the development of adolescents
Institute of Alcohol Studies - Provides information on alcohol-related issues
Alcohol Concern (UK) - National agency on alcohol misuse

Teen Substance Abuse

Adolescent Substance Abuse and Recovery Resources - Includes personal contributions, links, and a list of recommended recovery books
Adolescent Substance Abuse Knowledge Base - Features information on drug and alcohol use among teenagers, a drug identification guide, and treatment options
Alliance for Consumer Education (ACE) - Inhalant abuse resource for parents. Includes prevention tips, warning signs, and definitions
Answers For Teens - Features what other teens say, expert advice, resources, & chat rooms
Drugs and Teen Substance Abuse - Facts and links covering alcohol and drug abuse by adolescents
ForReal - Information for teens on marijuana and how it affects one's health
Freevibe - Drug prevention messages for kids

Nicotine Dependence

Nicotine Anonymous - Free program to quit smoking or other nicotine use
Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco - Information on the latest research regarding nicotine, tobacco, smoking, and smoking cessation
QuitNet - Resource to Quit Smoking
NicNet - Nicotine and Tobacco Network

Miscellaneous Online/Mental Health Sites

Coloring Therapy - An alternative to formal meditation practices. Guidelines and resources to improve coping and awareness skills inexpensively
AllHealthLinks.com - An online health resource
PsychWeb - An online mental health resource for those seeking information
Behavior Online - A resource for Mental Health and Applied Behavioral Science Professionals
Cyber Choices - Another site designed to inform consumers about Online Therapy
EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
eTherapyWeb - Provides a national listing of online therapists and related resources
Dr. Wallace Gingerich - Another resource for Online Therapy information
The International Society for Mental Health Online - A membership organization designed for Online Therapists. Also has some information for consumers about Online Therapy
Metanoia - Offers excellent consumer information about Online Therapy
Online-Therapies.com - Online psychotherapy website featuring "Dr. Dave" Franklin
Online-Treatments.com - Another Online psychotherapy website featuring Dr. Franklin
Psychotherapy in Cyberspace
Test for Work Interest and Personality Types
Many Different Self-Assessment Tests
Self-Esteem and Stress Level Tests
Self-Help Quizzes for Depression, ADD, Eating D/O, Sexual Addiction, & Domestic Violence

Search Engines & Directories

Yahoo
Alta Vista
Ask Jeeves
Google Groups - Search Internet newsgroups
Excite
Overture.com
HotBot
Infoseek
LookSmart
Lycos
Webcrawler.com
HealthGate.com
Northern Light
Mozilla Directory
PubMed - National Library of Medicine's MEDLine search
Suite101.com

Teen Issues

TeenMentors - A site where teenagers from around the world volunteer to help fellow teens overcome worries/problems and find easier ways of dealing with difficult teenage situations

Last Revised: Spring 2005
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