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Where to Find Information on Mental Illness

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Where to Find Information on Mental Illness

 

  1. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) – https://nami.org
    A trusted advocacy and education organization for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
  2. SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) – https://samhsa.gov
    Offers extensive data, toolkits, and treatment locators focused on mental health and substance use.
  3. NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) – https://nimh.nih.gov
    The lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.
  4. NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse) – https://nida.nih.gov
    Provides research and resources related to drug use and its effects on mental health.
  5. NIAAA (National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism) – https://niaaa.nih.gov
    Focuses on the impact of alcohol on mental and physical health.
  6. VA Mental Health (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs) – https://mentalhealth.va.gov
    Comprehensive mental health resources tailored for veterans and their families.
  7. CDC Mental Health (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) – https://cdc.gov/mentalhealth
    Offers statistics, public health perspectives, and prevention strategies.
  8. Healthy People 2030 – https://health.gov/healthypeople
    A government initiative with data-driven objectives to improve health and well-being, including mental health goals.
  9. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) – https://hhs.gov
    Coordinates national health policy and supports mental health initiatives across the country.
  10. World Health Organization (WHO) – https://who.int
    Provides global perspectives and data on mental health, including policy recommendations and international trends.