MENTAL HEALTH
Psych-Net
Features a help center along with news of events, publications, and resources for professionals and the public.
| Stress on the Job Information, education, management resolution, on-line consultation, fast facts about job stress. |
| Mental Health Net Directory of articles and editorials covering mental health issues. Includes self help resources indexed by symptoms. |
| Dr. Irene’s Verbal Abuse Site Find out how to recognize verbal abuse, how it affects relationships, and what can be done about itfrom this relationship resource. |
| Eating Disorders The Latest in the treatment of eating disorders. |
| Internet Mental Health Illnesses to learn more on include anorexia nervosa, alcohol dependence, autistic disorders and avoidant personality.Fast Facts About Mental Illness |
| DEPRESSION:
Screening for depression website: http://www.depressionscreen.org/ How Can I Get Help for Depression Depression in Teens: The Warning Signs and How to Help Them Through
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PHYSICAL HEALTH
| Dr. Koop Visit the virtual pharmacy, get health news, ask the doctor a questions, join a chat room or forum, or find out information about health topics.Cancer – a few additional supportive resources for those who are dealing with cancer, which offer insight surrounding some of the most traumatic aspects of the illness:
What is Burial or Funeral Insurance & How Does it Work?
Chemotherapy and Coping With Hair Loss
Providing for Your Pet’s Future Without You Terminal Cancer: Acceptance Brings Peace PublicHealth.org is Educating Americans About Cancer Prevention |
| Mayo Clinic-Health Oasis Go to the online library or use the search facility to find fitness and exercise advice. |
| MedicineNet Consult the editors and physician writers of MedicineNet who will research your questions and publish answers. |
| DRUG & ALCOHOL INFORMATION |
| Alcoholics Anonymous Founded in 1935, this fellowship has assisted more than two million people with alcohol problems.With contact and meeting information.Alcohol Addiction Center – alcoholaddictioncenter.org Find Dual-Diagnosis Rehab Centers Near You –https://www.alltreatment.com/dual-diagnosis-addiction-treatment/ |
| Drug dangers |
| Al-Anon & Al-Ateen Offers help and support for the families and friends of alcoholics. Includes special resources for teens. |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration Sponsors mental health services and substance abuse treatment programs. Browse statistics, publications, and news releases. |
| National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism NIAAA is dedicated to providing alcohol and alcoholism information. Includes a related database and links. |
| National Institute on Drug Abuse Information on NIDA research programs, history, accomplishments, committees, publications and grants. |
| Information on Chemical Dependency Nonprofit organization in Center City helps people recover from alcoholism and other drug addiction. |
| Cocaine Anonymous Beat addiction by becoming a member and following the 12-step program to a drug-free lifestyle. |
| Narcotics Anonymous
American Cancer Society This Web site offers information on quitting tobacco, including an online guide. Nicotine Anonymous QuitNet This online community for smokers and ex-smokers contains news, articles, and a national directory of smoking-cessation programs. The Web site operates in association with the Boston University School of Public Health. Smokefree.gov |
| COMMUNITY RESOURCES |
| Mountain Area Information Network First Call – the source for community information. Matching service programs for support groups: Parenting, Gay Fathers, Grandparents Raising Children, Mother Love Mentoring Program, Parents of Children with ADD/ADHD, Single Parent, WNC Families CAN. |
| Lawyers.com |
| 401K Help Center |
| 2-1-1 2-1-1 is a free, 24-hour community number for access to community services and volunteer opportunities. |
| On Track Financial Western North Carolina’s trusted non-profit source for financial education and counseling for over 30 years. We help people achieve their money and housing goals through financial education, counseling, and support so that they can overcome crises, afford their basic needs, improve their money-management skills, and make financial choices rooted in their values. |
| Aging Provides information and referral services, employment and volunteer opportunities, day care center programs, and transportation. |
| Council on Aging – Jackson County Jackson County Council on Aging, PO Box 596, Sylva NC, 28779, (828) 586-8562 |
| Council on Aging – Buncombe County Keeping the Vital Flame Council on Aging Community Service Center, 50 South French Broad Avenue, Asheville NC, 28801 (828) 258-8027 & 8028 TDD (828) 252-4085 |
| Council on Aging – Transylvania County Listing of senior services by county. |
| Council on Aging – Henderson County Listing of senior services by county. |
| Council on Aging – Swain County Listing of senior services by county. |
| Council on Aging – Madison County Listing of senior services by county. |
| Family Caregiver Alliance Advice and support for caregivers can be found on this website. Answers to commonly asked questions by caregivers are answered. The Family Care Navigator helps users navigate the long-term care system by locating local government, nonprofit, and private programs of interest to caregivers and the recipients of long-term care.Preparing for the Death of a Terminally-Ill Loved One: What to Expect, and How to Help the Entire Family Move Forward Transitions, particularly the loss of a loved one and the adjustment to living alone, are major risk factors for depression in the elderly population. Can Social Isolation be Solved with Technology? This article discusses how technology can be used to combat social isolation and why it shouldn’t be considered a total solution.
Loneliness, Social Isolation, and Poor Health This is an interesting look at poor health as a cause and result of isolation. It also discusses the Roseto effect, and how a close-knit community can positively impact heart health. |
| Elderly Care: A Guide for Families New to Caring |
| Healthfinder Federal Government offers a health information search by topic and age group. With health news and details of support groups and publications. |
| Wellness
Health and nutrition resources from the John Hopkins Health Center contains daily news, health features, interactive quizzes, and FAQs.ConsumerSafety.org is a comprehensive resource offering safety guides for infants, families, patients and seniors, as well as publishing important health news, recalls and safety alerts. |
| Tuck Sleep Our guides cover everything from in-depth information about the six major types of anxiety and how they affect sleep to help for children and adults suffering from trauma to expert advice as to how to maintain good sleep health throughout life. Check them out here and at https://www.tuck.com/ |
| Men’s Health Magazine style updates on the range of health issues successful guys are thinking about. |
| American Diabetes Guidelines FAQs, listings of dietary practice groups, information on professional meetings, and nutritional resources. |
| American Heart Association Comprehensive heart disease resource includes risk factors and prevention information, A-Z guide to heart and stroke, and scientific and technical data. |
Mental Health and Wellbeing for College Students
With more students taking on more rigorous academic loads, now, more than ever, the need for student access to mental health resources is imperative. We’ve recently updated our series of guidebooks that include information and actionable advice that students can utilize to maintain mental well-being in college. You can find a list of our guides here:
http://www.learnpsychology.org/mental-health/
Key elements of our resources include:
– A comprehensive look at the some issues that college students may experience during their academic career
– Tips for how to identify and cope with warning signs of mental health issues with peers
– A list of top mental health organizations and resources students can utilize
– Advice from a number of experts who have excelled in assisting college students with mental health issues
Helpful Information For Student Mental Health
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-student-mental-health/
Fighting Suicide and Depression In College
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/college-suicide-prevention/
Guide to Understanding and Avoiding Substance Abuse
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/substance-abuse-in-college/
How To Navigate Stressors, Get Help On Campus and Use Expert Advice
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/balancing-student-stress/
College Student Depression: How to Spot the Signs Early & Get Help
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/college-student-depression/
| Women’s Health Research organization that promotes women’s health research in an otherwise biased research industry. Read about the programs and membership.The Breast Site All you need to know for breast health. Plainsense helps with everyday health questions that individuals may have by clarifying general definitions and helps to alert one if medical attention is necessary. |
| PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS |
| Employee Assistance Professionals Association Association helps members become and stay certified and also provides them with press releases and a bimonthly magazine. |
| Society for Human Resource Management Industry bulletin with links to related areas. |
North Carolina Employee Assistance Professionals Association
NC EAPA provides members with the resources they need to enhance performance and ensure continued growth and success. NC EAPA is the recognized voice of the employee assistance field
Miscellaneous resources
The Isolating Loneliness of Chronic Pain & Invisible Illness
You Are Not Alone! 6 Tips for Dealing with Loneliness After 60 (with video)
The Emotional and Psychological Effects of Cancer
Life After Rape: The Sexual Assault Issue No One’s Talking About
Transgender Mental Health Issues: The Challenges of a Binary World
How mental health difficulties affect young children (0-5 years)
How to Practice Mindfulness: The Ultimate Guide to Being More Mindful Throughout the Day
Promoting Mental Health at Home: How to Design the Perfect Meditation Room
15-Minute Yoga Flow for Stress Relief
7 diet changes that can help depression
Depression and Dental Health: Exploring the Connection, and How to Get Back on a Healthy Track
10 Ways Pets Support Mental Health
PACER Center – Specializing in children with disabilities, PACER Center provides a resource to help parents locate medical treatment and assistance.
My Medicare Matters – Put together by the National Council on Aging, My Medicare Matters aims to teach people about the Medicare system, including when to enroll, how much you’ll pay, and what to expect when coverage begins.
Medicare Rights Center – Established in 1989, the Medicare Rights Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring people living with disabilities and older adults have access to affordable health care that they require.
MedicareAdvantage.com – This site provides a helpful breakdown of drug assistance programs by state for people who are and are not enrolled in Medicare.
NeedyMeds.org – This national nonprofit provides a wealth of information about drug assistance programs and affordable healthcare options. Data on this website is updated on a regular basis using a number of credible resources.
How Financial Stress Impacts Sleep:
https://www.mattressadvisor.com/money-matters-and-restlessness/
How Keeping Money Under Your Mattress Became a Thing:
https://www.mattressadvisor.com/stashing-cash/
The Relationship Between Success and Sleep:
https://www.mattressadvisor.com/the-great-sleep-debate/
Sleeping Habits of Successful People:
https://www.mattressadvisor.com/sleep-habits-successful-people/