Website Resources:
The websites are arranged alphabetically by the names of the organizations.
Click a site’s name for more information.
General
American Psychiatric Association
The official website for the American Psychiatric Association is a good source for the latest standards in diagnosing and treating mental illnesses.
American Psychological Association
The official website for the American Psychological Association is an excellent source for articles and books on a host of psychological ailments.
National Eating Disorders Association
A nonprofit organization whose website is dedicated to supporting individuals with Eating Disorders. Good source for basic information and resources.
A nonprofit organization dedicated to sleep disorders and other conditions that affect sleep
Adult ADHD
Helping adults with ADHD lead better lives
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
ADHD resources
American Psychiatric Association
See Parents’ Medication Guide.
(English & Spanish)
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
An excellent website for adults with and parents of children with Attention Deficit Disorder
ADHD symptoms, risks, tests, treatments, and more
Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders
The authoritative source for meetings worldwide for Alcoholics Anonymous, the support network
The support network for persons with drug abuse and addiction disorders
National Institute of Drug Abuse
National Institute of Drug Abuse is the official government website for drug abuse and addiction and is an excellent source of facts on all substances of abuse including nicotine and steroids.
The support network for persons with family members with alcohol and drug disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA
Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Attacks
Anxiety Information & Support –
National Institute of Mental Health-Anxiety Disorders
LGBTQIA+
An online community website for the LGBTQIA+ family
CenterLink: Find a LGBTQ Center nationally and internationally
GLBT National Help Center
Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender, and Reproduction
The official site of the Kinsey Institute, an inter-disciplinary center for the study and understanding of human sexuality, gender, and reproduction is an excellent source of information on sexual orientation, women’s sexuality, sexual abuse, contraception, HIV/AIDS and STDs, and transgender issues.
News source
National Organization for LGBTQ Youth
TeenLine
New York’s Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Community Center
The Trevor Project for Teens
University of California, San Francisco
Center of Excellence for Transgender Health
Mood Disorders
American Psychiatric Association-
Excellent source of facts on Bipolar Disorder
National Alliance on Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the largest grassroots organization of people with mental illness and their families. This website is an excellent source of information and education on diagnoses and treatment.
National Institute of Mental Health–
PTSD
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
National Institute of Mental Health-PTSD
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services
Veterans Crisis Line
Women’s Mental Health
The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Provides information on a variety of topics including abortion, contraception, pregnancy, menopause, and female-specific cancers
Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Women’s Mental Health
Addresses psychiatric conditions in women, including premenstrual syndrome, postpartum depression, and perimenopausal mood changes
The National Infertility Association
Self-help organization for infertile couples that sponsors support groups throughout the country
The National Women’s Health Information Center
Provides information for women on a variety of topics including pregnancy, breast-feeding, and heart disease
North American Menopause Society
A nonprofit organization that promotes women’s health during midlife and beyond through an understanding of menopause
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Offers information about pregnancy, birth control, abortion, adoption, and parenting
A program of the American Cancer Society for women who have had breast cancer surgery that provides information about cancer, decision making tools, clinical trials, and ways to cope with cancer.
Provides retreats for families dealing with cancer with the focus on problems families encounter with cancer
Women’s Crisis Line
Infertility:
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)-Infertility
Postpartum Depression & Psychosis:
American Psychological Association-Postpartum Depression
The International Marcé Society for Perinatal Mental Health
Mayo Clinic-Postpartum Depression
National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI)-Postpartum Depression
An international network of individuals and organizations whose purpose is to increase awareness about the emotional experience during and after birth
Postpartum Support International
Increases awareness of the emotional changes women experience during and after giving birth
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD):
American Psychiatric Association (APA)-PMDD
International Association for Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD)
An international network of individuals and organizations whose purpose is to increase awareness of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder