| | Name | Description | Topics |
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| Important Strategies for Family/Caregivers and the Family Peer Support Workforce Working with Families of LGBTQ+ Children | Important Strategies for Family/Caregivers and the Family Peer Support Workforce Working with Families of LGBTQ+ Children was hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance... | |
 Video
| The Impact of Mental Health on Students & Youth Part 4: How to Have Meaningful Conversations with Youth about Mental Health | Part 4 of this webinar series provides learners with tools to assess mental health in young people, recognize common mental health disorders, and identify differences between... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health, School Age, Training and Education |
 Infographic
| 10 Tips for Family Caregivers | Caregiver Action Network's (CAN) 10 Tips for Family Caregivers infographic offers tips and simple guidelines to help the 90 million Americans caring for a loved... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Parenting/Caregiving |
Video
| 10 Ways to be an Awesome Board Member | A 7:30-minute video from Allison Brewin on the role of a non-profit board member. | Workforce Development |
 Web Page
| 11 Life Skills That Can Help Your Child in Recovery | This article offers a list of several important life skills that a child in recovery may find useful on their journey to reach and maintain... | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
 Document
| 5 Things You Should Know About Stress | This fact sheet from National Institute of Mental Health discusses five things to know about stress and how to manage it. | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Parenting/Caregiving, Physical Health |
Video
| 7 Lessons Learned from Nonprofit Leaders Webinar | Nonprofit leaders face many challenges as they work toward achieving their organization’s mission. How can they lead effectively as they juggle multiple demands? By watching... | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| 9 Facts About Addiction People Usually Get Wrong | This article provides 9 key facts related to addiction in an attempt to clear up common misconceptions. | Addiction, Substance Use, Training and Education |
Document
| A Glossary of Terms for Insurance Coverage for Substance Use and Addiction | This glossary consists of common terms that may prove helpful as families try to understand and navigate insurance coverage as it relates to substance use... | Addiction, Policy and Advocacy, Substance Use |
Document
| A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma | When youth witness or experience a horrible event, they often do not have words to help make sense of what is happening and do not... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Trauma and Violence, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Document
| A Parent's Guide to Raising Resilient Kids | This guide for parents and other caregivers shares research-based best practices and resources with the goal of fostering positive child development and helping children lead... | Early Childhood, Parenting/Caregiving |
Video
| A Teen's Guide to Autism | This video is useful for teens and parents to learn about how people with autism spectrum disorder may behave and express themselves differently from others.... | Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Document
| A Week of Well-Being for the Holiday Season Toolkit | Practical Tips, Strategies, and Resources to Support Bliss and Peace for You and Your Family during the Holiday Season. Learn how to: Create a blissful... | Mental Health, Peer Support |
Web Page
| Active Minds | Active Minds is a nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for young adults. They are dedicated to saving lives and to building stronger... | Mental Health, School Age, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Multimedia
| Addressing Overdose, Death, Disease and Injury: Why It's Important to Support Harm Reduction | This webinar was hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center (NFSTAC) in March of 2022 Webinar Description: This has been the deadliest year... | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Addressing Teen Drug Use: Set Limits & Monitor Behavior | This brief article describes some strategies parents can use to monitor and restrict their teen's drug use. | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Adelphi University Center for Nonprofit Leadership | The Center for Nonprofit Leadership promotes excellence in leadership by providing multifaceted resources that are responsive to the needs of the nonprofit sector. The Center... | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| ADHD | This webpage includes a comprehensive guide to ADHD. It covers symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, treatment, and tips for managing ADHD. | Diagnosis, Medication, Parenting/Caregiving, Treatment |
Document
| ADHD Parents Medication Guide | This guide was designed to help parents and caregivers make decisions about the use of medication as a treatment for a child with attention-deficit/ hyperactivity... | Medication, Mental Health, Treatment |
Web Page
| ADHD Resource Center Resource Center | Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition which includes difficulties with attention, increased activity, and difficulties with impulsivity. Estimates show that between 3 and 7... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Adjustment Disorder Basics | Adjustment disorder is an unusually strong or long-lasting reaction to a stressful event such as divorce, a death in the family or moving to a... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Advisory Councils: 9 Keys to Success | Many nonprofits employ advisory councils - a collection of individuals who advise and support the governance work of the board or the management tasks carried... | Workforce Development |
Document
| Advocating For Your Child - Facts for Families | According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2012), 1 in 5 children will experience signs and symptoms of a psychiatric disorder at some... | Parenting/Caregiving, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence | The African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence is a national enter funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and... | Mental Health, Training and Education |
Multimedia
| Am I Enabling Addiction by Helping My Child? | This article and brief video address the concept of enabling, offering scenarios that could be considered to be examples of enabling a child's continued substance... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Web Page
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) | A voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading... | Suicide |
Web Page
| American Psychiatric Association | Learn about common mental disorders, including symptoms, risk factors and treatment options. Find answers to your questions written by leading psychiatrists, stories from people living... | Diagnosis, Medication, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Annie E. Casey Foundation | The Annie E. Casey Foundation is devoted to developing a brighter future for millions of children at risk of poor educational, economic, social and health... | Evaluation, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Anorexia Nervosa Basics | Anorexia is characterized by severe weight loss, a dangerously low body weight, extreme exercise and a distorted body image. This guide from Child Mind Institute... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Anxiety and Children - Facts for Families | Anxious children are often overly tense or uptight. Some may seek a lot of reassurance, and their worries may interfere with activities. Parents should not... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, School Age |
Web Page
| Anxiety and Depression Association of America | Anxiety and Depression Association of America is an international nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Treatment |
Web Page
| Anxiety Basics | Children can be diagnosed with different kinds of anxiety depending on what they are struggling with. In this guide from Child Mind Institute you'll learn... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, School Age |
Web Page
| Anxiety Disorders Resource Center | Anxiety in children is expected and normal at specific times in development. However, parents should not discount a child's fears. Because anxious children may also... | Diagnosis, Medication, Mental Health, School Age |
Document
| Anxiety Disorders: Parents’ Medication Guide | The purpose of the Anxiety Disorders: Parents’ Medication Guide is to provide parents with an easy-to-read and easy-to-understand resource on treating anxiety disorders in children.... | |
Web Page
| Are There Any Alternatives When a Physician Offers My Child Opioids for Pain? | This article explores numerous alternatives to opioid prescriptions for pain, including alternative medications, procedures, and treatments. | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Asperger's Disorder - Facts for Families | Asperger's Disorder was a term previously used to describe one of the pervasive developmental disorders. Children and adolescents diagnosed with Asperger's Disorder had problems in... | Diagnosis |
Document
| Assessing Readiness to Become a Parent Peer Support Provider | Assessing Readiness to Become a Parent Peer Support Provider, was developed in an attempt to support the field in identifying strong family members to recruit,... | Peer Support, Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Attachment Disorders - Facts for Families | Attachment Disorders are psychiatric illnesses that can develop in young children who have problems in emotional attachments to others. Parents, caregivers, or physicians may notice... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Facts for Families | Any child may show inattention, distractibility, impulsivity, or hyperactivity at times, but the child with ADHD shows these symptoms and behaviors more frequently and severely... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): The Basics | This brochure focuses on basic information about ADHD in both children and adults including what it is, signs and symptoms, causes, treatments, and how to... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Video
| Autism - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, pathology | What is Autism? Autism is now referred to as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and encompasses previously defined separate yet similar disorders like Asperger syndrome. Autism... | Mental Health |
Web Page
| Autism Resource Center | Autism spectrum disorders affect as many as 1 in 150 American children. Types of autism include autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, and Asperger's syndrome. The... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Autism Society | The Autism Society of America provides advocacy, education, information and referral, support, and community at national, state and local levels through a strong nationwide network... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Autism Speaks | Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Diagnosis, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
Document
| Autism Spectrum Disorder | This brochure from the National Institutes of Mental Health informs parents and adults on the range of symptoms of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), including social... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Autism Spectrum Disorder: Parents' Medication Guide | The purpose of the Autism Spectrum Disorder: Parents’ Medication Guide is to provide parents with an easy-to-read and easy-to-understand resource on treating autism spectrum disorder... | Mental Health, Treatment |
Web Page
| Autism Spectrum Disorders - Facts for Families | Most infants and young children are very social creatures who need and want contact with others to thrive and grow. They smile, cuddle, laugh, and... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Autistic Self Advocacy Network | The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is a nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people. ASAN was created to serve as a national grassroots disability... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law | The Bazelon Center is a national non-profit legal advocacy organization that promotes equal opportunity for individuals with mental disabilities in all aspects of life, including... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
 Tool
| Be Prepared: Crisis Plan Worksheet | Psychiatric advance directives (PADs) are legal documents completed in a time of wellness that make it possible for people with mental illness to determine what... | Crisis, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health |
Web Page
| Beach Center Family Resource Toolkit | The Beach Center focuses on research for and about families who include individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities of all ages are part of a... | Disability, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Parenting/Caregiving |
Document
| Before a Mental Health Crisis: Creating a Safety Plan | A Family Safety Plan is a document that you create collaboratively with family members and is a “playbook” of the best ways to minimize or... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Crisis, Family Involvement and Engagement, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
Tool
| Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator - SAMHSA | The Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator is a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Peer Support, Recovery |
Video
| Best Practices in Navigating HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2: A Client, Family and Organizational Perspective | Understanding HIPAA the substance use disorder confidentiality regulations (42 CFR Part 2) can be confusing for individuals and families who are new to mental health/substance... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
Multimedia
| Beyond the Great Resignation: Expanding and Supporting Peer Staff | In this Office Hour presented by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center (NFSTAC) and THRIVE Peer Recovery Services - a peer-run organization started by... | Workforce Development |
Tool
| BHMEDS-R3 App | The BHMEDS-R3 app is designed as a quick reference for non-prescriber behavioral health professionals and consumers who need general knowledge about medications prescribed for behavioral... | Diagnosis, Medication, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Bipolar Disorder | This page from the National Institute of Mental Health describes the signs and symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for bipolar disorder (also known as... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Bipolar Disorder Basics | Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive disorder, is characterized by bouts of major depression and periods of mania — euphoria, poor judgment and extreme risk-taking... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens | This page from the National Institute of Mental Health provides information about bipolar disorder in children and teens including its causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Web Page
| Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens - Facts for Families | Bipolar disorder (formerly called manic depressive illness) is an illness of the brain that causes extreme changes in a person’s mood, energy, thinking, and behavior.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Infographic
| Bipolar Disorder in Teens and Young Adults: Know the Signs | This infographic from the National Institute of Mental Health presents common signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder in teens and young adults. It is also... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Web Page
| Bipolar Disorder Resource Center | Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that causes severe or unusual shifts in mood, energy level, thinking, and behavior. People with bipolar disorder experience episodes... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Bipolar Disorder: Parents’ Medication Guide | This guide was developed by the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) to give reliable information about medication used to treat bipolar disorder in... | Medication, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Blue Avocado | Blue Avocado is an online magazine fueled by a monthly newsletter designed to provide practical, tactical tips and tools to nonprofit leaders. Subscriptions are free.... | Training and Education |
Video
| Board 102 - Structures and Committees: Who’s Going to do That? | This webinar discusses the types of boards used to govern nonprofit organizations. It covers the role of committee work and how to recruit for committees. | Workforce Development |
Infographic
| Board Chair and Chief Executive Partnership | A strong board chair-chief executive partnership requires both individuals to fully understand their individual roles as well as overlapping responsibilities. This infographic outlines key leadership... | Workforce Development |
Document
| Board Chair and Chief Executive Responsibilities | A strong partnership between the chief executive and board chair is essential to leading an effective organization. But how do these general roles manifest in... | Workforce Development |
Tool
| Board Governance and Best Practice Checklist | This checklist can help nonprofit organizations assess their organizational capacity against several best practices recommended by The Center for Nonprofit Resources. The self-assessment will help... | Workforce Development |
Video
| Board Member Role: Ambassador | Board members play the unique role of ambassadors for the organization. This hour-long webinar covers the things you need to know as an ambassador for... | Workforce Development |
Tool
| Board Profile Worksheet | A tool for nonprofits to identify and track desirable board skills and characteristics, spotlighting what to seek from new board members. | Workforce Development |
Video
| Board Recruitment | This 50-minute webinar gives tips and tricks for recruiting great board members. | Workforce Development |
Document
| Board Roles and Responsibilities Checklist | Adapted from Nonprofit Board Fundamentals, this checklist can help your organization’s leadership identify the board’s key roles and responsibilities that are the foundation for success.... | |
Web Page
| Boards in Gear | Boards play an important role in the success of any organization. They move forward an organization’s mission, and they steward the assets and relationships of... | Training and Education, Workforce Development |
Web Page
| BoardSource | BoardSource works to inspire and support excellence in nonprofit governance and board and staff leadership, believing that strong board and executive leadership is essential to... | Workforce Development |
Document
| Borderline Personality Disorder | What is borderline personality disorder? Borderline personality disorder is an illness marked by an ongoing pattern of varying moods, self-image, and behavior. These symptoms often... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Borderline Personality Disorder Basics | In this guide from Child Mind Institute you'll learn the signs and symptoms of borderline personality disorder, how it's diagnosed and how it’s treated. Also... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Borderline Personality Disorder in Young People - Facts for Families | Young people may be moody and irritable at times. They may also feel sensitive to being left out. Learning how to regulate emotions is a... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Tool
| Brand Development Worksheet | SAMHSA's Brand Development Worksheet: Understanding a Brand’s Six Levels of Meaning | Training and Education |
Multimedia
| Breaking the Cycle: Families Supporting Youth and Young Adults in the Justice System? | This webinar was hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center. Descripton: The justice system has grown and changed over time. Having a?youth or young... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
Web Page
| Bring Change 2 Mind | Bring Change to Mind is a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging dialogue about mental health, and to raising awareness, understanding, and empathy. They have a... | Mental Health |
Document
| Brochures and Fact Sheets from the National Institute of Mental Health | This fact sheet offers an overview of the benefits of a well-functioning advisory committee and outlines steps mentoring program staff can take to make their... | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Bullying Resource Center | Bullying is a common experience for many children and adolescents. Surveys indicate that as many as half of all children are bullied at some time... | Mental Health |
Web Page
| Casey Family Programs | Casey Family Programs is committed to helping states, counties and tribes implement effective child welfare practices. The organization supports and assists child welfare systems in... | Evaluation, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Center for Disease Control and Prevention - Children's Mental Health | The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is the lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people at home and abroad. CDC... | Addiction, Mental Health, Physical Health, Recovery, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Center for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation | The Center for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation translates research in healthy mental development into materials tailored to the needs of each of the target audiences and... | Early Childhood, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Center for Family Policy and Practice | The Center for Family Policy and Practice is a nationally focused public policy organization conducting policy research, technical assistance, training, litigation and public education in... | Evaluation, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Center for Health Care Strategies, Inc. | The Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) is a health policy resource center dedicated to improving health care quality for low-income children and adults, people... | Diagnosis, Disability, Mental Health, Physical Health, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Center for Mental Health Services | MentalHealth.org provides one-stop access to comprehensive mental health information. MentalHealth.org aims to educate and guide: the general public, health and emergency preparedness professionals, policy makers,... | Mental Health |
Web Page
| Center for Nonprofit Resources | The Center for Nonprofit Resources offers resources on becoming a nonprofit leader, fundraising, marketing/communications and board governance. | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Center for Parent Information and Resources | The materials found on the Center for Parent Information and Resources Hub have been created and archived for Parent Centers around the country to help... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation | Boston University’s Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation is a research, training, and service organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons who have psychiatric disabilities. Their work is... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Recovery |
Web Page
| Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity | The Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity provides behavioral health practitioners with vital information on supporting the population of people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual,... | Mental Health, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Center on Children and the Law | The Center on Children and the Law promotes access to justice for children and families. Their team of attorneys and core staff work on a... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
Tool
| CHADD ADHD Toolkit – Diagnosis and Treatment of Children and Teens | Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) has created a toolkit for parents and caregivers who are just learning about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), this... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Characteristics of Financially Healthy Nonprofits | Financial health is about more than cash reserves and endowment balances. Having a large budget or complex accounting system does not always result in good... | Workforce Development |
Tool
| Child Health Tracker App | Child Health Tracker gives parents the power of on-demand access to their child(ren)’s health information, needs, and providers; and AAP guidance on the vaccinations and... | Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Physical Health, Technology |
Web Page
| Child Mind Institute | The Child Mind Institute is committed to finding effective treatments for childhood psychiatric and learning disorders, building the science of healthy brain development, and empowering... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
Tool
| Child Mind Institute Symptom Checker | Since individual symptoms can reflect more than one disorder, this tool will give you a range of possibilities and guide you toward next steps. This... | Diagnosis, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| Child Trends | Child Trends conducts independent, actionable research that describes and analyzes how children, youth and families are faring; provides evidence-based technical assistance to programs; clearly communicates... | Evaluation, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Child Welfare Information Gateway | Child Welfare Information Gateway connects child welfare and related professionals to comprehensive information and resources to help protect children and strengthen families. They feature the... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Training and Education |
Web Page
| Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) | Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) is a national, non-profit, organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD. In addition, CHADD publishes... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Tool
| Children's Mental Health Resources Nationally and By State from On Our Sleeves | Looking for behavioral health resources in your state? On Our Sleeves has put together 50 states of resources, including an interactive map, to help individuals... | Mental Health, Physical Health, Training and Education |
Web Page
| Children’s Defense Fund – Leave No Child Behind | The Children's Defense Fund (CDF) is an organization that focuses on child advocacy and research. The Children’s Defense Fund Leave No Child Behind mission is... | Evaluation, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Chronic Illness and Children - Facts for Families | The child who is diagnosed with a serious and chronic medical illness is at greater risk for developing emotional problems. Unlike a child who has... | Disability, Mental Health, Physical Health |
Web Page
| Chronic Illness and Mental Health: Recognizing and Treating Depression | This page from NIMH provides information about depression and mental health for people living with chronic illnesses, including children and adolescents. It discusses symptoms, risk... | Medication, Mental Health, Physical Health |
Tool
| Clear Health, Clear Communication | If you or someone close to you has received a recent diagnosis, or if you are curious because you heard about a disease, disorder, or... | Diagnosis, Disability, Mental Health, Physical Health |
Video
| Co-Occurring Disorders Webinar | | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Crisis, Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health, Recovery, Substance Use, Suicide, Training and Education |
Web Page
| College Students with ADHD - Facts for Families | Many students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) attend college. College students with ADHD face a number of challenges, including choosing a supportive school and community where... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Infographic
| Combined Core Competencies Infographic | In this year’s Office Hour series, we prepared the Family Peer Workforce for Systems Transformation and Authentic Family Partnership. Learn more below about each of... | Training and Education, Workforce Development |
Document
| Combined Reframing Language Guide | Reframing Language was created by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center and the National Federation of Families. It was designed to inspire new thinking and... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Peer Support, Training and Education |
Web Page
| Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation - Facts for Families | Evaluation by a child and adolescent psychiatrist is appropriate for any child or adolescent with emotional and/or behavioral problems. Most children and adolescents with serious... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Conduct Disorder - Facts for Families | "Conduct disorder" refers to a group of repetitive and persistent behavioral and emotional problems in youngsters. Children and adolescents with this disorder have great difficulty... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Conduct Disorder Basics | Conduct Disorder (CD) is characterized by callous disregard for and aggression toward others, from pushing, hitting and biting in early childhood to bullying, cruelty and... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Conduct Disorder Resource Center | Conduct disorder is a serious behavioral and emotional disorder that can occur in children and teens. A child with this disorder may display a pattern... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Continuum of Mental Health Care - Facts for Families | Not all children grow from infancy through their adolescent years without experiencing some bumps along the way. Communities provide different types of treatment programs and... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Could I Have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? | Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) begins in childhood and is considered a developmental disorder, but a person may not receive a diagnosis until adolescence or adulthood.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) | The Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc. (COPAA) works to protect the legal and civil rights of and secure excellence in education on behalf... | Education System, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
Video
| Creating a YouTube and Google Nonprofit Account | In order to upload videos to YouTube, you must have an account. In this 5-minute tutorial, you will learn how to sign up for an... | Training and Education, Workforce Development |
Document
| Data Collection Tools for Family-Run Organizations | Suggested Data Collection Tools for Family-Run Organizations was developed by the SAMHSA-funded National Family Support Technical Assistance Center (NFSTAC). This toolkit contains helpful links to... | |
Web Page
| Delirium in Children and Adolescents - Facts for Families | Delirium is a serious condition involving severe confusion and changes of behavior. Many conditions can cause delirium such as infection, fever or medication side effects.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Depression | This page from NIMH provides information about depression including the different types of depression, signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, treatment options, and how... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Depression and Bi-Polar Support Alliance (DBSA) | The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is a national patient-directed organization focusing on depression and bipolar disorder. The organization fosters an understanding about the... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Depression and Bi-Polar Support Alliance's (DBSA) Mood Crew | Depression and Bi-Polar Support Alliance's Mood Crew was created with all young children in mind. Learning how to recognize and discuss feelings is a key... | Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| Depression in Children and Teens - Facts for Families | Many children have times when they are sad or down. Occasional sadness is a normal part of growing up. However, if children are sad, irritable,... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Depression in Women: 5 Things You Should Know | This page provides information about depression in women including signs and symptoms, types of depression unique to women, treatment options, and how to find help.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Depression Resource Center | Childhood depression is different from the normal "blues" and everyday emotions that occur as a child develops. Just because a child seems sad, does not... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Depression: Parents’ Medication Guide | The goal of this guide is to help parents make informed decisions about getting the best care for a child or adolescent with depression. | Mental Health, Treatment |
Video
| Developing and Implementing State Olmstead Plans to Increase Access to Community-based services for Adults with Serious Mental Illnesses or Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances | This webinar will discuss strategies and considerations for the design and implementation of Olmstead plans. Kevin Martone, who has helped states with Olmstead planning and... | Diagnosis, Disability, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Digital Media Best Practices | The digital media best practices page from SAMHSA covers national trends surrounding commonly used digital/social outreach channels, their best use scenarios, and suggestions based on... | Training and Education, Workforce Development |
Multimedia
| Digital Strategies to Foster Family Engagement in Addiction and Mental Health Support | Hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center and Partnership to End Addiction in June of 2022. Webinar Description: In this increasingly digital age, digital-based... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Technology |
Multimedia
| Dinner Party | The Dinner Party is a platform for grieving 20-, 30- and early 40-somethings to find peer community and build lasting relationships. Since 2014, The Dinner... | Peer Support |
Web Page
| Disability Scoop | Disability Scoop is the nation’s largest news organization devoted to covering developmental disabilities. It offers daily coverage of autism, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome... | Disability, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Disaster and Trauma Resource Center | A child who has been exposed to a disaster may have been an eye-witness to a disaster. He or she might have been hurt or... | Mental Health, Trauma and Violence |
Web Page
| Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) - Facts for Families | Children with disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) have severe and frequent temper tantrums that interfere with their ability to function at home, in school, or... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder Basics | In this guide from Child Mind Institute you’ll learn the signs and symptoms of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, how it’s diagnosed and how it’s treated.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder: The Basics | This fact sheet provides information about disruptive mood dysregulation disorder including a description of the condition, signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, treatment options,... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Diversity and Culture in Child Mental Health Care - Facts for Families | American families come from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Each person’s background affects the way he or she views the world and gets help for... | Mental Health |
Web Page
| Does My Child Need Opioids to Cope with Severe and Acute Pain? | This article explores a handful of viable alternatives to opioids for moderating severe pain that parents might consider for their children. | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Multimedia
| Does My Child Need to ‘Hit Rock Bottom’ to Recover from Addiction? | This brief article and video discuss the common belief related to letting a loved one hit rock bottom before they are able to make any... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Does Relapse Mean Failure? | In this blog post, a father details how his thinking around the ideas of "relapse" and "failure" changed over time as his son struggled with... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Substance Use |
Tool
| Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator | The Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator, is a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons and their family members who are seeking treatment... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Diagnosis, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| Eating Disorders in Teens - Facts for Families | In the United States, as many as 10 in 100 young women suffer from an eating disorder. Disordered eating related to stress, poor nutritional habits,... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Eating Disorders: About More Than Food | This brochure provides information about different types of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. It also addresses how eating disorders are... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Education and Mental Health During COVID-19 | This infographic summarizes data collected by the National Federation of Families in 2021 about the experiences of parents and caregivers navigating education during the COVID-19... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Education System, Parenting/Caregiving |
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| Effecting Change Core Competency Infographic | The second of the Five Core Competencies for Certified Family Peer Specialists (CFPS) is Effecting Change. This infographic explains the skills and knowledge CFPS develop to... | |
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| Enacting 'Good Samaritan' 911 Addiction Laws: A Parent How-To Guide | This article provides an in-depth walkthrough of steps that especially passionate parents can take to enact 'Good Samaritan' laws in their states. In this article,... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| Engage, Educate, Empower for Equity: E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging (E4 Center) | The E4 Center advances training and workforce capacity with a specific focus on the community-based implementation of evidence-based practices and programs for vulnerable older adults who... | Addiction, Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Crisis, Family Involvement and Engagement, Grandfamilies, Mental Health, Peer Support, Physical Health, Policy and Advocacy, Recovery, Substance Use, Suicide, Training and Education, Trauma and Violence, Workforce Development |
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| Engaging on Social Media - Ideas and Tips | We must always be thinking through how best to engage with your target audiences. Social media is an important way to do this, but not... | Training and Education, Workforce Development |
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| Ethics in Parent Peer Support Workbook: Balancing Your Lived Experience and Professional Roles | Parent peer support partners are frequently faced with ethical dilemmas when working with families, in their workplace and in the community. The Ethics in Parent... | Workforce Development |
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| Eviction Prevention: A Toolkit and Webinar Recording for Tenants and Service Providers | This toolkit and webinar recording is for individuals with mental health and / or substance use challenges, or co-occurring diagnoses living in community-based low-income housing... | Crisis, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
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| Families for Depression Awareness | Families for Depression Awareness helps families recognize and cope with depression and bipolar disorder to get people well and prevent suicides. We offer education, training,... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Families, Make Your Voices Heard: An Introduction to Advocacy | The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center (NFSTAC) and Partnership to End Addiction presents Families, Make Your Voices Heard: An Introduction to Advocacy. In this... | Addiction, Mental Health, Policy and Advocacy, Substance Use, Training and Education |
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| Family Connections Presentation: Family-Led Crisis Planning 4/4/2024 | April 4th, 2024 Family Connections: Family-Led Crisis Planning Powerpoint PDF "Family led crisis planning promotes a tipping of the scale back to balance, in a... | Addiction, Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Crisis, Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, Recovery, Substance Use, Suicide, Trauma and Violence, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Family Connections: Bullying Behavior 101 (PDF of Slide Presentation) | This is a PDF of the slides presented during Family Connections: Bullying Behavior 101 on October 5th, 2023. It also includes links to resources shared... | Crisis, Early Childhood, Education System, Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, School Age, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Family Connections: Navigating Resources, Support, & More (OCT 2024) | The October 2024 Family Connections focused on NFSTAC's top supports and resources for family members and the family peer workforce, including curriculums, toolkits, locating National... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Early Childhood, Family Involvement and Engagement, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, School Age, Training and Education, Workforce Development, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Family Engagement in Systems Infographic | Family engagement is embedded in the values and principles of a system of care. Where to begin and how to make it happen in systems... | Family Involvement and Engagement |
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| Family Engagement Inventory | Effective family engagement is recognized as a foundation for success across the human services and education fields. Child Welfare Information Gateway developed the Family Engagement... | Family Involvement and Engagement |
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| Family Engagement: Families and Schools Working Together | This toolkit offers resources and a roadmap from the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center, the Mental Health Technology Transfer Center, and the National Center... | Diagnosis, Early Childhood, Education System, Evaluation, Family Involvement and Engagement, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, Recovery, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Family Members Give Well-Meaning Advice But Are Not Always Helpful. How Do I Respond? | This brief article advises parents on how to deal with well-intentioned family members whose advice may be unhelpful and even harmful when their child is... | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Substance Use |
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| Family Partnership Checklist for the Behavioral Health Workforce | This checklist is intended to help members of the behavioral health workforce reflect on the beliefs, skills, and strategies they possess for effectively partnering with... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Education System, Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health |
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| Family Peer Specialist Through the Lifespan Curriculum | NFSTAC is excited to announce the first fully online course designed to introduce the five Core Competencies family peer specialists master to effectively support families... | Training and Education |
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| Family Peer Support for Families, Parents and Caregivers in Mental Health and Substance Use Across the Lifespan | Learn what family peer support is, what family peers do to support families of children—of all ages—with mental health and/or substance use challenges, and the... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Family Involvement and Engagement, Grandfamilies, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, Recovery, School Age, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Family Run Executive Leadership Association (FREDLA) | The Family Run Executive Director Leadership Association (FREDLA), located in Columbia, MD, serves as the national representative and advocate for family-run organizations and their executive... | Peer Support, Workforce Development |
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| Family Support for Behavioral Health Across the Lifespan: Part 1 | How to be Present for Children Who Experience Emotional and/or Substance Use Challenges The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center hosted a 3-part series for... | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| Family Support for Behavioral Health Across the Lifespan: Part 2 | How to Support Our Children Who Experience Mental Health and/or Substance Use Challenges Webinar Description: The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center invites caregivers, family... | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| Family Support for Behavioral Health Across the Lifespan: Part 3 | How to Empower Our Children Who Experience Mental Health and/or Substance Use Challenges The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center invites caregivers, family peer support... | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Policy and Advocacy, Substance Use |
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| Family Support for Eating Disorder Recovery Infographic | Families are vital to eating disorder recovery. This infographic, created by the National Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders and the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center, includes tips... | Mental Health, Physical Health |
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| Family Voices | Family Voices is a national organization and grassroots network of families and friends of children and youth with special health care needs and disabilities that... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
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| Family, Youth, and Adult Peer Support Differentiated | While lived experience is a common thread in peer support roles, there is a difference between the lived experience of family peers, youth peers, and... | |
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| Family-Driven Language Graphic | The National Federation of Families and its National Family Support Technical Assistance Center developed and prioritized Family-Driven Language for all webinars. We start off every... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Education System, Family Involvement and Engagement, Grandfamilies, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, Training and Education, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Famly Connections ""988 & 911: When to Call, What to Expect" Presentation PDF | Feb. 1, 2023: Family Connections, discussed the differences between 988 and 911, myths about 988, calling 988 for a minor child versus an adult child,... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Crisis, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, School Age, Substance Use, Suicide, Trauma and Violence, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Fathers Mental Health | New parents may experience unresolved stress, psychological disturbances or symptoms of a mental health condition such as depression or anxiety. When men feel this way... | Mental Health |
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| Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits | Through this interactive, hands-on workshop, you will work through the why, what, who, and how of nonprofit finance. The 90-minute webinar covers five main topics... | Workforce Development |
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| Finding a Home in Collegiate Recovery | In this blog post, a young man reflects on the profound impact his college recovery program had on him, and advocates for greater recovery support... | Recovery, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Finding Mental Healthcare for Children of Immigrants - Facts for Families | Each year, many immigrants and refugees move to the United States. Coming to a new country can be an exciting new beginning, but adjusting to... | Mental Health |
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| Finding the Right Board Members for Your Nonprofit | Entire books have been written about the art of cultivating, identifying, asking and nurturing a strong nonprofit board. While the National Council of Nonprofits doesn’t... | Training and Education, Workforce Development |
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| FindTreatment.gov | The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) collects information on thousands of state-licensed providers who specialize in treating substance use disorders, addiction, and... | Addiction, Mental Health, Substance Use |
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| Focus on the Family: Using Person and Family Centered Care for Mental Health | To achieve and sustain mental health, individuals with serious mental illness need access to an array of treatment options and need to be actively engaged... | Family Involvement and Engagement |
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| Framework for a Basic Strategic Plan Document for a Nonprofit | This framework will guide planning teams through completing a basic, goals-based strategic plan. Each section includes directions and links to related information to help you... | Workforce Development |
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| Free Management Library | The Free Management Library website is one of the world's most complete, well-organized libraries of 1,000's of highly practical resources for personal, professional, business and... | Workforce Development |
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| Gender Differences in Substance Use, Treatment and Recovery | This article provides an overview of gender differences in substance use as a product of both biological and sociocultural factors, advocating for gender-specific treatment options... | Addiction, Substance Use |
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| Generalized Anxiety Disorder: When Worry Gets Out of Control | This brochure form the National Institutes of Mental Health, discusses what generalized anxiety is, including signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, causes, and treatment... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Getting the Most Out of Your Board Meeting | You can get more out of your board members - as leaders, ambassadors and fundraisers - if you use meeting time more strategically. This one-hour... | Training and Education |
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| Getting Your Child Help for Addiction | This article from Partnership to End Addiction focuses on several strategies parents can employ in trying to get help for their children. This includes approaches... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| Glossary of Symptoms and Illnesses | This glossary of brief definitions was developed by American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to help teenagers, parents, teachers, and others learn more about... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Grandparents Raising Grandchildren - Facts for Families | Grandparents are an important resource for both parents and children. They routinely provide child care, financial assistance and emotional support. Occasionally, they are called upon... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Grandfamilies |
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| Grief Anonymous | Grief Anonymous is a grief support organization dedicated to assisting those grieving the loss of a loved one. They are an established, USA-based, global grief... | Peer Support, Suicide |
Tool
| Grief Anonymous Support Groups | Grief Anonymous offers private Facebook grief support groups for loved ones who have suffered loss because of an overdose or suicide. | Peer Support, Suicide |
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| Guide to Behavioral Treatments | If your child has an emotional or behavioral problem, you might be told that behavioral therapy would be a good treatment. This guide from Child... | Mental Health, Treatment |
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| Guide to Mental Health Specialists | If you decide you need to seek help for a child who's struggling, you may find yourself facing a bewildering range of different mental health... | Mental Health |
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| HealthyChildren.org | HealthyChildren.org, from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), offers general information related to child health and specific guidance on developmental stages and parenting challenges. Resources are available... | Diagnosis, Grandfamilies, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Physical Health |
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| HelpGuide | HelpGuide is an independent nonprofit that provides free, evidence-based mental health education and support. Their mission is to empower people with information they can use... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Trauma and Violence |
Infographic
| Helping a Loved One Dealing with Mental and/or Substance Use Disorders | This infographic from SAMHSA provides information about supporting a loved one dealing with a mental and/or substance use disorder. | Addiction, Mental Health, Substance Use |
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| Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with Disasters and Other Traumatic Events: What Parents, Rescue Workers, and the Community Can Do | This brochure describes common reactions to trauma and what parents, rescue workers, and the community can do to help children and adolescents cope with disasters... | Trauma and Violence |
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| Helping Children Cope After a Traumatic Event | This guide from Child Mind Institute was assembled by psychiatrists, psychologists and mental health experts who specialize in crisis situations. It offers simple tips on... | Trauma and Violence |
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| HHS Maternal-Child Emergency Planning Toolkit | The HHS Maternal-Child Health (MCH) Emergency Planning toolkit is designed to improve the capacity of health care, public health, and social services professionals to address maternal and... | Early Childhood, Mental Health, Physical Health |
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| Hidden in Plain Sight | An educational video about products used to store and hide drugs | Hidden in Plain Sight | An educational video about products used to store and hide drugs Talk with your child about drugs. For a... | Addiction, Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Crisis, Education System, Family Involvement and Engagement, Grandfamilies, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Medication, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Substance Use, Training and Education, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| HIPAA and Medical Privacy - Facts for Families | HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. HIPAA is a Federal law that was originally passed by Congress in 1996. One part... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
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| HIPAA: What Are A Caregiver’s Rights? | When your loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, it can be hard to know what to do. You are concerned about their well-being,... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
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| Hoarding Disorder Basics | In this guide from Child Mind Institute you’ll learn the signs and symptoms of hoarding disorder, how it’s diagnosed and how it’s treated. It is... | Mental Health |
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| How Can I Get Rid of My Need To "Fix" Things? | This article from Partnership to End Addiction encourages parents to diverge from the idea that addiction is something to be "fixed," lobbying instead for compassionate... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| How Can I Overcome HIPPA Laws, When I Only Want To Help My Child? | This brief article informs parents about HIPPA laws and what information they may or may not be able to access. | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Parenting/Caregiving, Policy and Advocacy |
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| How Do I Deal with the Emotional Rollercoaster of My Child’s Addiction? | In this video, Partnership to End Addiction’s Helpline Specialist, Karla Castro-Soto (MS in Marriage & Family Therapy) addresses the emotional rollercoaster that caregivers are likely... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| How Do We Remove Blame When Dealing with Addiction? | In this video, Partnership to End Addiction’s Helpline Specialist, Karla Castro-Soto (MS in Marriage & Family Therapy) discusses the importance of moving away from blame... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Parenting/Caregiving |
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| How Do You Manage Taking Prescription Medications While in Recovery? | This article answers several FAQs that relate to the management of prescription medications for one's child while still in recovery from opioid addiction. | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
Multimedia
| How to Help a Woman Who is Using Opioids and Becomes Pregnant | This brief article encourages readers to be supportive of pregnant women dealing with Opioid Use Disorder and links to a guide on pregnancy and opioids. | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Early Childhood, Substance Use |
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| How to Make a Discharge Plan When Your Child Leaves Addiction Treatment | This article answers some FAQs about discharge plans and outlines some of the key considerations families may want to keep in mind as their child... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Suicide |
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| How to Make a Recovery Plan With Your Son or Daughter After Treatment | This article offers advise to parents on how to work with their child in making a recovery plan that supports a loved one's personal growth... | Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery |
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| How to Properly Document Your Contact with Your Insurance Company | This article from Partnership to End Addiction offers guidance to parents/caregivers as they interact with insurance companies on behalf of children receiving substance use or... | Policy and Advocacy, Treatment |
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| How to Staff and Support a Committee | Is staffing a committee more like herding cats or like herding turtles? Actually, it’s more like Dancing with the Stars. An important skill for nonprofit... | Workforce Development |
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| How To Talk To Your Child About Vaping | This brief article introduces ideas parents/caregivers can use when addressing vaping with their children. Not only is it important to set the stage for open... | Addiction, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| How to Talk with Your Niece, Nephew or Other Family Member about their Drug Use | This article advocates for the important role an aunt/uncle can serve as a resource for their niece/nephew, and provides some tips on how to conduct... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Substance Use |
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| I Got My Son Back: A Mother's Struggle with Her Son's Addiction | In this personal account, a mother reflects on her experience navigating her son's opioid addiction. She touches on the fear and financial burden but also... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Substance Use |
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| I Hate the Word 'Enable': Getting Blamed and Shamed When You Have a Child with an Addiction | This personal essay pushes back against the stigma associated with families facing challenges with substance use disorders, arguing for the adoption of a more open... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Substance Use |
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| I Have Been Told That I am an Enabler. So, How Can I Help My Child? | This brief article pushes back against common usage of the word "enabler," arguing that it often does more harm than good for families, and links... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, Substance Use |
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| I Just Got Denied Coverage: How to File an Insurance Appeal for Substance Use Disorder | This article provides important information regarding the process of filing an appeal in the event that insurance denies coverage for a child's substance use disorder... | Addiction, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy, Substance Use |
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| I’m So Stressed Out! Infographic | This infographic from the National Institute of Mental Health is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to... | Mental Health |
Multimedia
| If Your Child Struggles with Addiction, Peer-to-Peer Parent Support Can Help | This article provides an overview of Partnership to End Addiction's parent coaching program, detailing its logistics, potential benefits, and more. It includes a video highlighting... | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| Implementing a Family-Centered Approach | To help communities move toward family-centered care, the National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare (NCSACW) prepared a series of companion modules on implementing... | Family Involvement and Engagement |
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| Implementing Effective Systems of Care for Children, Youth and Transition-Aged Youth with or At-Risk of SED in Rural Communities | The panel discussed the challenges, successes, and lessons learned from their experiences in the implementation of effective rural Systems of Care. Their discussion includes research... | Family Involvement and Engagement |
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| Improving Access to Care Through Creating Family Peer Specialists Across the Lifespan | This TA Coalition webinar explores the dimensions of family support across the lifespan. Presenters speak from three unique perspectives highlighting the subtle differences in providing... | Peer Support, Workforce Development |
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| Independent Sector | This website features an online collection of current resources for and about the nonprofit community, including podcasts, toolkits, publications, and more. Principles for Good Governance... | Workforce Development |
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| Individual Board Member Self-Evaluation Tool | This tool from the National Council of Nonprofits is a brief self-assessment for individual board members to help gauge how they are fulfilling their responsibilities as... | Workforce Development |
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| InfoAboutKids.org | Infoaboutkids.org is an ongoing collaboration of the Consortium for Science-Based Information on Children, Youth and Families. Their goal is to promote healthy child and family... | Physical Health |
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| Insurance Resource Center - Partnership to End Addiction | New Insurance Resource Center - Partnership to End Addiction Insurance Resource Center - Partnership to End Addiction | |
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| InsureKidsNow.gov | Millions of children and teens qualify for free or low-cost health and dental coverage through Medicaid & the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). At InsureKidsNow.gov,... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health, Physical Health |
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| Intellectual Development Disorder Basics | Children with intellectual development disorder (IDD) have deficits in general intellectual functioning. They struggle with skills like reasoning, planning, judgment, thinking abstractly and many types... | Disability |
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| Intellectual Disabilities - Facts for Families | Intellectual disability (ID) is a diagnosis given when an individual has problems both in intellectual functioning and the ability to function in everyday activities. An... | Disability |
Web Page
| Intentional Misuse of Over-the-Counter Medication: What You Should Know | In this article, Partnership to End Addiction addresses the intentional misuse of over-the-counter medication among young people, including a variety of reasons why youth might... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Intermittent Explosive Disorder Basics | Children with intermittent explosive disorder (IED) exhibit short episodes of intense, uncontrollable anger or aggression with very little or no apparent cause. This guide from... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Infographic
| Interview Questions to Understand a Candidate’s Family Lived Experience | As Family-Run Organizations (FROs) hire family peers, they want to know that their potential new employee has the lived experience necessary to effectively support families... | |
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| Jason Foundation | The Jason Foundation, Inc. (JFI) is dedicated to the prevention of the “Silent Epidemic” of youth suicide through educational and awareness programs that equip young... | Suicide |
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| Jed Foundation (JED) | The JED Foundation (JED) is a non-profit organization that exists to protect emotional health and prevent suicide for our nation's teens and young adults. Transitioning... | Suicide |
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| Kennedy Forum | The Kennedy Forum leads a national dialogue on transforming the health care system by uniting mental health advocates, business leaders, and government agencies around a... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health |
Web Page
| Kids Count Data Center | KIDS COUNT is a project of the Annie E. Casey Foundation and a premier source of data on children and families. Each year, the Foundation... | Evaluation, Policy and Advocacy |
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| Know Your Rights: Consent and Confidentiality - Facts for Families | Patients and families often wonder what their rights are when they see a doctor. They may have questions about what will happen to the personal... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
Web Page
| Learning Disorders - Facts for Families | Parents are often worried when their child has learning problems in school. There are many reasons for school difficulties, but a common one is a... | Education System |
Video
| Legal Essentials of Starting a Nonprofit Organization | Is your nonprofit group ready to incorporate and become a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization? Learn the answer to this critical question and find out how to... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
Infographic
| Let’s Talk About Eating Disorders | This infographic from the National Institute on Mental Health presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders. This is also available in Spanish. | Mental Health |
Multimedia
| Living Successfully with a Mood Disorder | The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance's "Living Successfully with a Mood Disorder" course is designed to help both people living with a mood disorder as... | Mental Health |
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| Major Depressive Disorder Basics | The most common form of depression, major depressive disorder (MDD), is characterized by chronic feelings of sadness or worthlessness, irritability, physical lethargy, insomnia and sometimes... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Marijuana: Know the Facts, Connect with Resources | This article overviews the risks associated with marijuana use and offers tips for preventing and/or addressing teen marijuana use. | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Video
| Marvelous Max - Autism Awareness for Kids | This animated video for school-aged children and their parents explains how Max, a child with autism spectrum disorder, behaves differently from other children in a... | Mental Health, School Age |
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| Maternal and Child Health Bureau | The Maternal and Child Health Bureau strives to provide national leadership and to work in partnership with States, communities, private agencies, and families to strengthen... | Mental Health, Physical Health |
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| MedlinePlus | MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's Web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Physical Health |
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| Men and Depression | Men and women may experience depression very differently. This brochure describes common signs and symptoms, and treatment options for depression in men. The brochure is... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Mental Health America | Mental Health America (MHA) is dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing mental and substance use conditions and achieving victory over mental illnesses and addictions through... | Disability, Mental Health, Peer Support |
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| Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities National Training Center (MHDD-NTC) | The Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities National Training Center (MHDD-NTC) aims to improve mental health services and supports for people with developmental disabilities. By serving... | Diagnosis, Disability, Mental Health, Training and Education |
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| Mental Health First Aid | Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Training and Education |
Web Page
| Mental Health Guide for College Students | CollegeStats designed this guide to help you identify the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues for college students. If left untreated, these issues... | Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Mental Health Insurance - Facts for Families | Insurance benefits for mental health services have changed a lot in recent years. These changes are consistent with the nationwide trend to control the expense... | Mental Health |
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| Mental Illness in Families - Facts for Families | Mental illnesses in parents represent a risk for children in the family. These children have a higher risk for developing mental illnesses than other children.... | Mental Health |
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| Meth is On the Rise Again: What Parents Should Know | Based on the increase in methamphetamine use over the past several years, this article provides some basic information and addresses how addiction and overdose might... | Addiction, Substance Use |
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| Military Families - Facts for Families | The American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry's Facts for Families provide concise and up-to-date information on the challenges facing Military families. | Military (Military Families, Veterans) |
Multimedia
| Military Families Resource Center | Global conflict and unrest have led to the deployment of large numbers of military personnel (active duty, Reserves, National Guard). As a result of duty... | Military (Military Families, Veterans) |
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| Military Families: Coming Home - Facts for Families | Military families look forward to being together after a long deployment with many mixed emotions. Each family member will have different expectations. Every family situation... | Military (Military Families, Veterans) |
Web Page
| Minding Your Mind | Minding Your Mind’s (MYM) primary objective is to provide mental health education to adolescents, teens and young adults, their parents, teachers and school administrators. Their... | Mental Health |
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| Moms on the Frontline | Mothers on the Frontline is founded and run by mothers of children with mental health challenges to promote Children’s Mental Health Justice through storytelling. Mothers... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health |
Multimedia
| Moving Into Adulthood Resource Center | Young people moving from adolescence into young adulthood are defined as transitional age youth. New tasks often include: moving away from family, becoming independent, developing... | Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones) |
Web Page
| My Friend Has a Child Who is Struggling With Addiction. How Can I Help? | This essay argues for the important role we can play in supporting others during their family struggles with addiction, suggesting ways in which we can... | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Substance Use |
Tool
| My Healthfinder | My Healthfinder is provided by the Department of Health and Human Services and the Office of Disease Control and Prevention and Health Promotion. On the... | Physical Health |
Tool
| My Mental Health Crisis Plan App | From the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the My Mental Health Crisis Plan App helps individuals who have a serious mental illness (SMI) create... | Crisis, Mental Health, Technology |
Web Page
| My Son is Caught in the Cycle of Patient Brokering | A mother recounts her harrowing experiences watching her son cycle in and out of recovery as her family has fallen victim to the practice of... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Substance Use |
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| My Son's Addiction Overwhelms Me. How Can I Stop Worrying Constantly? | This brief article advises parents on how to make sure they are taking care of themselves in the midst of a child's battle with addiction. | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| My Son's Siblings Are Resentful of His Substance Use. What Can I Do to Unify Our Family? | This article from Partnership to End Addiction advises parents on how to manage relationships with their other children while navigating one child's substance use disorder... | Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Web Page
| NADD | NADD is for professionals, care providers and families to promote understanding of and services for individuals who have developmental disabilities and mental health needs. NADD’s... | Disability, Mental Health |
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| NAMI Basics | NAMI Basics OnDemand is a free, six-session online education program for parents, caregivers and other family who provide care for youth aged 22 or younger... | Mental Health, Training and Education |
Web Page
| National Adolescent Health Information Center | The overall goal of the National Adolescent Health Information Center (NAHIC) is to improve the health of adolescents by serving as a national resource for... | Mental Health, Physical Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Web Page
| National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) | National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected... | Mental Health, Workforce Development |
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| National Care Coordination Standards for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs | The National Care Coordination Standards for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) outline the core, system-level components of high-quality care coordination for... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Training and Education, Treatment, Workforce Development |
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| National Center for Learning Disabilities | The mission of National Center for Learning Disabilities is to improve the lives of the 1 in 5 children and adults nationwide with learning and... | Diagnosis, Disability |
Web Page
| National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare | The National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare (NCSACW) is a national resource center providing information, expert consultation, training and technical assistance to child... | Addiction, Mental Health, Physical Health, Substance Use |
Web Page
| National Child Traumatic Stress Network | The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) was created to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who... | Training and Education, Trauma and Violence |
Web Page
| National Council of Nonprofits | The National Council of Nonprofits (Council of Nonprofits) is a valuable resource and proven advocate for America’s charitable nonprofits, working to identify emerging trends, disseminate... | Training and Education |
Web Page
| National Family Support Network | The National Family Support Network promotes positive outcomes for all children, families, and communities by leveraging the collective impact of state networks and championing quality... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Grandfamilies, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support |
Web Page
| National Institute of Mental Health Brochures and Fact Sheets by Topic | NIMH offers brochures and fact sheets on mental health disorders and related topics for patients and their families, health professionals, and the public. Printed materials... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| National Institutes of Health | The National Institutes of Health's mission is science in pursuit of fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of... | Mental Health |
Web Page
| National Mental Health Consumers’ Self-Help Clearinghouse | The National Mental Health Consumers’ Self-Help Clearinghouse is a peer-run national technical assistance and resource center that fosters recovery, self-determination, and community inclusion. The Clearinghouse... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Peer Support |
Web Page
| National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days... | Suicide |
Web Page
| Navigating the Holidays When Your Child is in Early Recovery from Addiction | This article offers advice on how families can navigate the holidays while a child or loved one is in early recovery. | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
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| NFSTAC 5/25/23 Family Connections: "Navigating Family Support" Handout | This is a PDF version of the presentation from the May 2023 Family Connections: Navigating Family Support. Our speakers were Meri Viano, Associate Director, Parent/Professional... | Parenting/Caregiving |
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| NFSTAC Glossary of Terms | This person-centered, family-driven glossary of terms explains key words and phrases used in behavioral health. The language used in the glossary reflects language created and... | Mental Health |
Infographic
| NFSTAC Resources Infographic | This infographic explains which NFSTAC resources are most beneficial to different audiences, including families, the family peer workforce, the behavioral health workforce, and more! | |
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| No Beds Available: What To Do When You’re on a Waitlist for Addiction Treatment | This article addresses how to navigate the in-between phase once a child has made the decision to go to treatment for substance use, but accessing... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Substance Use, Treatment |
Web Page
| No Health Without Mental Health | No Health without Mental Health (NHMH) is an emerging social marketing (where the public is “sold” on the need for a change in society) and... | Evaluation, Mental Health |
Document
| Nonprofit Advisory Boards: Why They Matter, How to Get Them Off the Ground | Is your nonprofit considering setting up an advisory board? Before taking the leap, make sure your organization defines what role the advisory board will play... | Workforce Development |
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| Nonprofit Board Committee Membership: Who Should Serve on Which Committee? | All board members should serve on a board committee, but determining where to place them is often more art than science. This resource, complete with... | Workforce Development |
Tool
| Nonprofit Health Check: Quick Assessment Tools and Resources | The Nonprofit Association of Oregon developed a set of assessment tools and compiled practical resources to give nonprofit leaders the ability to conduct quick self-assessments... | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Nonprofit Hub | The Nonprofit Hub website gives access to guides, webinars and blogs for nonprofits. How to Create A Brand Guide Social Media Guide Creating a Mission... | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Normal or Not: When to Get Help - Facts for Families | Parents are naturally concerned about the health and wellbeing of their children. Many parents correctly and comfortably see their youngster as normal. However, some parents... | Parenting/Caregiving |
Video
| Not Getting Anywhere Talking to Your Child About Their Drug Use? | In this video, Partnership to End Addiction’s Helpline Specialist, Karla Castro-Soto (MS in Marriage & Family Therapy) talks about the challenges one can face when... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Obesity In Children And Teens - Facts for Families | The problem of childhood obesity in the United States has grown considerably in recent years. Approximately 12.7 million, or 17 percent, of children and adolescents... | Physical Health |
Web Page
| Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Basics | Children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are plagued by unwanted and stressful thoughts and fears that they try to alleviate by performing compulsive rituals like counting... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder In Children And Adolescents - Facts for Families | Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) usually begins in adolescence or young adulthood and is seen in as many as 1 in 200 children and adolescents. OCD is... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Multimedia
| Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Resource Center | Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is seen in as many as 1-3% of children and adolescents. OCD is characterized by recurrent intense obsessions and/or compulsions that cause... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: When Unwanted Thoughts or Repetitive Behaviors Take Over | This brochure, from the National Institute of Mental Health, provides information on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) including signs and symptoms, causes, and treatment options such as psychotherapy... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Treatment |
Web Page
| On Our Sleeves | On Our Sleeves is a movement led by Nationwide Children's Hospital to transform children’s mental health through education, advocacy and research. Kids don’t wear their... | Mental Health, Physical Health, Policy and Advocacy, Technology |
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| One Mind | One Mind accelerates brain health research and advocacy to enable all individuals with mental health conditions to build healthy, productive lives. Inspired by their founders'... | Mental Health, Policy and Advocacy |
Tool
| One Mind PsyberGuide | PsyberGuide is a non-profit website reviewing smartphone applications and other digital mental health products. Its goal is to help people make responsible and informed decisions... | Mental Health, Technology |
Web Page
| Operation Autism | Operation Autism is a web-based resource specifically designed and created to support military families that have children with autism. Operation Autism’s Resource Directory allows you... | Disability, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Oppositional Defiant Disorder - Facts for Families | In children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), there is an ongoing pattern of uncooperative, defiant, and hostile behavior toward authority figures that seriously interferes with... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Multimedia
| Oppositional Defiant Disorder Resource Center | It's not unusual for children, especially those in their "terrible twos" and early teens, to defy authority every now and then. When this behavior lasts... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Infographic
| Optimizing Organizational Flow to Prepare Family Peers to Apply for Certification | There are several state-based family peer certification programs throughout the United States that have similar processes to obtain certification. This tip sheet offers best practices... | |
Document
| Oregon Family Support Network - Holistic Crisis Plan Components | Example of what an individual family-led safety and crisis plan might look like. | Crisis, Family Involvement and Engagement, Parenting/Caregiving |
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| Oregon Family Support Network Proactive Crisis Planning | Visual depiction of the crisis cycle. In a family led crisis plan, Oregon Family Support Networ (OFSN) use the families' experiences, preferences, and culture to... | Crisis, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| PACER Center | PACER Center enhances the quality of life and expands opportunities for children, youth, and young adults with all disabilities and their families so each person... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Diagnosis, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Training and Education |
Document
| PANDAS - Questions and Answers | This fact sheet from the National Institute of Mental Health describes the causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Panic Disorder Basics | A child with panic disorder suffers sudden anxiety attacks that include overwhelming dread and physical symptoms that are often confused with a heart attack. This... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Panic Disorder In Children And Adolescents - Facts for Families | Panic disorder is a common and treatable disorder. Children and adolescents with panic disorder have unexpected and repeated periods of intense fear or discomfort, along... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Panic Disorder: When Fear Overwhelms | This brochure from the National Institutes of Mental Health discusses symptoms, causes, and treatments for panic disorder, a type of anxiety disorder associated with sudden... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| PANS and PANDAS: Sudden Onset of OCD Symptoms - Facts for Families | When a child suddenly begins to have new thoughts and unusual behaviors, it can be alarming to parents and family members. If the changes occur... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Infographic
| Parent Peer Support Activities Infographic | The Parent Peer Support Activities Infographic from the Family-Run Executive Director Leadership Association (FREDLA) outlines the most common activities of Parent Peer Support Providers across... | Peer Support, Workforce Development |
Infographic
| Parent Peer Support Provider Roles Infographic | The Parent Peer Support Provider Roles Infographic from the Family-Run Executive Director Leadership Association (FREDLA) details the variety of roles and positions of the family... | Peer Support, Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Parent to Parent USA | Parent to Parent USA provides emotional and informational support to the families of children with special needs, most notably through the one-to-one matching of parents... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Family Involvement and Engagement, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| Parenting an Adult Child Guide | Parents and other caregivers who have reached out to the Partnership to End Addiction helpline have asked many questions about how to parent an adult... | Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones) |
Web Page
| Parents Guide to ADHD | Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) find it unusually difficult to concentrate on tasks, to pay attention, to sit still, and to control impulsive behavior.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Parents Guide to Autism | This guide from Child Mind Institute gives parents a comprehensive look at autism, from how its diversity can make it difficult to diagnose, to special... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Parents Guide to Children and Multiple Medications | An increasing number of children with emotional or behavioral problems are being treated more than one medication, a practice called polypharmacy. This guide from Child... | Medication, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Parents Guide to Developmental Milestones | Every child is different, and so is every parent's experience; but experts have a clear idea about the range of normal development from birth to... | Physical Health |
Web Page
| Parents Guide to Eating Disorders in College | The college years are when young women, and some men, are most at risk for developing eating disorders. This guide from Child Mind Institute explains... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Parents Guide to Emergency Hospitalization | When a child is heading for psychiatric hospitalization, a parent, too, is in a tough place, and a scary one. Knowing what to expect, and... | Crisis |
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| Parents Guide to Getting Good Care | When a child is struggling, or his behavior worries you, it can be hard to know whether you need to reach out to a professional.... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| Parents Guide to OCD | Children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) have intrusive thoughts and worries that make them extremely anxious, and they develop rituals they feel compelled to perform to... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Parents Guide: How to Help a Child with Selective Mutism | Children with selective mutism (SM) are talkative at home but unable to speak in more public settings, including school. This guide from Child Mind Institute... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Tool
| Parity Track | Parity Track aims to be the central site for mental health and substance use disorder, parity information and to offer an exclusive look at parity... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Partnering with Families in Behavioral Health: The FAMILY Approach - Online Curriculum Module | This self-paced online curriculum module teaches the behavioral health workforce family-driven language, skills, strategies, and knowledge of resources that will enhance their ability to partner... | Training and Education |
Web Page
| Partnership for America's Children | The mission of Partnership for America’s Children is to support its network of state and community child advocacy organizations in effective advocacy. The Partnership connects... | Policy and Advocacy |
Multimedia
| Pathways RTC | The Research and Training Center (RTC) at Pathways aims to improve the lives of youth and young adults with serious mental health conditions through rigorous... | Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Document
| Perinatal Depression | Perinatal depression is depression that occurs during or after pregnancy. The symptoms can range from mild to severe. In rare cases, the symptoms are severe... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Physical Health |
Web Page
| Persistent Depressive Disorder Basics | Persistent depressive disorder (PDD), also called dysthymia, is a form of chronic depression, with symptoms that are less severe but longer lasting than other forms... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Physical Symptoms of Emotional Distress: Somatic Symptoms and Related Disorders - Facts for Families | Physical complaints are common in children. As many as 1 in 10 children will complain of an ache, pain, or worry about their body on... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Physical Health |
Document
| Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder | This brochure provides information about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) including what it is, who develops PTSD, symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help for... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Trauma and Violence |
Web Page
| Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Basics | Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety condition brought on by exposure to a disturbing event. Symptoms include detachment, difficulty sleeping, irritability, dreaming about the... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Trauma and Violence |
Web Page
| Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Facts for Families | All children and adolescents experience stressful events which can affect them both emotionally and physically. Their reactions to stress are usually brief, and they recover... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Trauma and Violence |
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| Preparing for Life and Recovery Following Treatment | This article advises parents on how to prepare for what life might look like once their child is discharged from treatment and how they can... | Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery |
Web Page
| Prescription Pain Relievers (Opioids) | Know the facts and connect with support to help you address known or suspected medicine abuse with your child. This page provides an overview of opioids in general... | Addiction, Substance Use, Training and Education |
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| Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice: A Guide for Charities and Foundations | This document presents a comprehensive set of principles for charitable nonprofit organizations. The intent is to reinforce a common understanding of transparency, accountability and good... | Workforce Development |
Infographic
| Principles of Harm Reduction (HR) Infographic | This 2-page infographic from the National Harm Reduction Coalition may be used as a quick and easy to read reference of the definition of HR,... | |
Infographic
| Professional Responsibilities Core Competency Infographic | The fifth Core Competency for Certified Family Peer Specialists (CFPS) addresses the ability of family peers to perform basic job skills and follow organization policies,... | Mental Health, Workforce Development |
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| Propel Nonprofits | Propel Nonprofits’ programs and services take a holistic approach to meeting the needs of nonprofit organizations, including the ability to bring together strategy, governance, and... | Workforce Development |
Multimedia
| PsychHub | PsychHub is an online platform providing free, engaging videos about mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention The most comprehensive video library of mental health... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Technology, Training and Education |
Video
| Psychiatric Advance Directives: Supporting Voice and Choice in Mental Health Crisis Settings | Psychiatric advance directives (PADs) are legal tools that give people living with mental illness voice and choice in crisis situations. There are laws that support... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health |
Web Page
| Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents: Different Types - Facts for Families | Psychotherapy is a form of psychiatric treatment that involves therapeutic conversations and interactions between a therapist and a child or family. It can help children... | Mental Health, Treatment |
Web Page
| PsyCom | Psycom seeks to inspire patients and their caregivers to better understand their mental health conditions and to take an active role in their own care.... | Addiction, Diagnosis, Mental Health, Substance Use, Treatment |
Web Page
| Questions to Ask Before Psychiatric Hospitalization of Your Child or Adolescent - Facts for Families | Hospitalization in a psychiatric facility is one of a range of available treatment options when a child or adolescent is mentally ill and in crisis.... | Crisis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Reactive Attachment Disorder Basics | A child with reactive attachment disorder (RAD) has been subject to neglect or abuse and fails to establish the expected bond with his primary caregivers,... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Recovery Support Groups for Addiction: One Size Does Not Fit All | This article outlines the different types of Recovery Support Groups available to those in recovery, including 12-step programs, self-management and recovery training, moderation management, and... | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
Video
| Recruiting and Building a Strong and Effective Nonprofit Board | Today more than ever, nonprofit boards are expected to raise significant amounts of money. Keith Curtis' extensive work with nonprofits over the past 30 years... | Workforce Development |
Video
| Recruiting Passionate Ambassadors for Your Mission | In this 60-minute video, Terry Axelrod will show you how to identify, recruit and support a self-sustaining pipeline of passionate ambassadors who will deeply engage... | Workforce Development |
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| Reducing the Potential for Harm | This article discusses the potential benefits of harm reduction for a loved one who is struggling with substance use. While it may not be the... | Substance Use, Treatment |
Web Page
| Reflecting on My Addiction and Recovery, Then and Now | A young man in long-term recovery writes about his path to recovery. Through journaling and thoughtful reflection, his story is one that recognizes the power... | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
Infographic
| Reframing Language | Reframing Language was created by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center and the National Federation of Families. It was designed to inspire new thinking and... | Addiction, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Refusing Prescription Opioids in Recovery | This personal story recounts the emotional and logistical challenges faced by a former opioid addict when offered a prescription for painkillers by his dentist. | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
Tool
| Rental Assistance Call to Action | The purpose of this toolkit is to provide stakeholders with information about how to raise awareness about the rental assistance resources available to tenants and... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support |
Infographic
| Resiliency, Recovery, and Wellness Core Competency Infographic | The first of the Five Core Competencies for Certified Family Peer Specialists (CFPS) is Resiliency, Recovery, and Wellness This infographic explains the skills and knowledge CFPS... | |
Infographic
| Resources and Natural Supports Core Competency Infographic | The third of the Five Core Competencies for Certified Family Peer Specialists (CFPS) is Resources and Natural Supports. This infographic explains the skills and knowledge CFPS... | |
Multimedia
| Rethinking Substance Use An Earlier and Broader Approach | This webinar, with national experts Greg Dicharry and Linda Richter, Ph.D., describes the early factors that influence a child’s risk and resilience for substance use and... | Addiction, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Rise | Rise believes that parents have the answers for their families and communities. Their mission is to support parents’ leadership to dismantle the current child welfare... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Parenting/Caregiving, Policy and Advocacy |
Tool
| SAFE Treatment and Family Support Locator | For every person navigating a substance use or mental health challenge or who identifies as being in recovery, there is often a parent, child, spouse,... | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use, Treatment |
Tool
| SAFE Treatment Locator | SAFE Project launched the first easy-to-use online treatment locator in 2019, then joined forces with Partnership to End Addiction a year later to add significant... | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use, Treatment |
Web Page
| SAMHSA's HEART Collective Tipsheet | This tip sheet from SAMHSA's HEART Collective (Healthcare workers and Educators Addressing and Reducing Trauma) helps families understand when, how, and to whom to advocate for... | Education System |
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| Schizophrenia | This brochure from the National Institute of Mental Health provides information about schizophrenia including symptoms, causes, treatment options, and how to find help for yourself... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance | The Schizophrenia and Psychosis Action Alliance promotes improvement in lives affected by schizophrenia-related brain illnesses (mental illnesses involving psychosis). The organization promotes hope and recovery... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Tool
| Schizophrenia and Psychosis Action Alliance's Health Storylines App | The Health Storylines app is FREE for all users on iOS and Android devices. There is also a web version available, accessible through the browser... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Technology |
Web Page
| Schizophrenia Basics | Schizophrenia is a disorder characterized by distorted perceptions of reality, including hallucinations, delusions and "disorganized" thinking and speech. This guide from Child Mind Institute explains... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Schizophrenia In Children - Facts for Families | Schizophrenia is a serious psychiatric illness that causes changes in thinking, feelings, and unusual or strange behavior. It is uncommon in children and hard to... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| School Refusal - Facts for Families | Going to school is usually an exciting and enjoyable event for young children. However, for some it can cause intense fear or panic. Parents should... | Education System |
Web Page
| School Services for Children with Special Needs: Know Your Rights - Facts for Families | Some children experience difficulties in school, ranging from physical differences, problems with concentration, learning, speech, language, and perception to problems with behavior and/or making and... | Education System |
Document
| Seasonal Affective Disorder | This fact sheet from the National Institute of Mental Health provides information about seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression. It includes a description of... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Secrets for Surviving Thanksgiving with an Addicted Son | In this personal account, a father shares his experience going through the holidays while his child was battling substance use. The message emphasizes the importance... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Infographic
| Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center (SARTAC) | The mission of the Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center (SARTAC) is to strengthen the self-advocacy movement by supporting self advocacy organizations to grow... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Multimedia
| Self-Care for Parents, Caregivers and Family Members | This online course provided by the National Federation of Families offers parents and caregivers insight, knowledge and tools to help them incorporate self-care strategies into... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving |
Web Page
| Self-Injury In Adolescents - Facts for Families | Self-injury is the act of deliberately harming body tissue, at times to change a way of feeling. Self-injury is seen differently by groups and cultures... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Separation Anxiety Disorder Basics | In this guide from Child Mind Institute you’ll learn the signs and symptoms of separation anxiety disorder, how it’s diagnosed and how it’s treated. Also... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Video
| Sesame Street: Meet Julia | This Sesame Street video is helpful for parents or caregivers to watch with their children who may be interacting with children with autism. Here, we... | Mental Health |
Web Page
| Setting Goals For Recovery | The goal setting process is about helping your loved one think about what is important to them and developing a vision of what they would... | Mental Health, Recovery, Treatment |
Video
| Should I Use Tough Love With My Child Who Is Using Substances? | In this video, Partnership to End Addiction’s Helpline Specialist, Karla Castro-Soto (MS in Marriage & Family Therapy) addresses the idea of using “tough love” with young... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Should You Drug Test Your Child? | This article provides an overview of drug screening and its limitations when it comes to detecting substance use in one's child, ultimately suggesting that drug... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| Social Anxiety Disorder: More Than Just Shyness | This brochure discusses symptoms, causes, and treatments for social anxiety disorder (also called social phobia), a type of anxiety disorder associated with intense, persistent fear... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Video
| Social Emotional Learning and Implications for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances | What do teachers, parents, schools and clinicians need to know about how to address mental health conditions early and in schools? In this TA Coalition... | Early Childhood, Education System, Mental Health, School Age |
Tool
| Social Marketing Planning Process: Creating Your Social Marketing Plan | This tool was developed by SAMHSA to help system-of-care grantees develop a social marketing plan to serve as their road map to communications and outreach.... | Workforce Development |
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| Social Media Guide | Here’s what you learn in this social media guide from NonProfit Hub: The ins and outs of the most relevant social media platforms for nonprofits... | Workforce Development |
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| Social Media Guidelines | These sample social media guidelines from SAMHSA are based on best practices. As you are setting the rules for your social media accounts and the... | Training and Education, Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Specific Phobia Basics | Children with a specific phobia have an excessive and uncontrollable fear of an object or situation that triggers so much anxiety it disrupts normal activities.... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Multimedia
| Spotlight Your Family-Run Organization: Strategies for Marketing in Your Community | This Office Hour for Executive Directors of family-run organizations and family leaders was hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center. Successful Executive Directors... | Workforce Development |
Multimedia
| Stabilizing Housing for Families of Children who Experience Mental Health and/or Substance Use Challenges Part 1: Understanding the Challenges Families Face and the Benefits Available to Them | Families who have children of any age living with them who experience mental health and/or substance use challenges are more likely than others to experience... | Crisis, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health, Policy and Advocacy |
Multimedia
| Stabilizing Housing for Families of Children who Experience Mental Health and/or Substance Use Challenges Part 2: Understanding the Challenges Families Face and the Benefits Available to Them | Families who have children of any age living with them who experience mental health and/or substance use challenges are more likely than others to experience... | Crisis, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Stand for Your Mission | The Stand for Your Mission campaign is an ongoing effort to build awareness about the significance of board advocacy in advancing an organization’s mission. The... | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Starting College with a Psychiatric Illness - Facts for Families | Leaving home to attend college is an exciting time for both students and parents. Many students with psychiatric diagnoses attend college successfully. However, additional planning... | Diagnosis, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| State Fact Sheets - For Grandparents | Generations United, in partnership with The Brookdale Foundation Group, AARP, ABA Center on Children and the Law, Casey Family Programs, ChildFocus, Children's Defense Fund and... | Grandfamilies, Parenting/Caregiving |
Document
| State Toolkit to End the Nation’s Drug Overdose Epidemic: Leading-Edge Actions and Strategies to Remove Barriers to Evidence-based Patient Care | To ensure access to evidence-based treatment, the toolkit recommends states expand treatment of opioid use disorder in Medicaid and commercial insurance and remove barriers, such... | |
Tool
| Step-by-Step Guide Exercise for Creating a Mission Statement | By itself, your mission statement doesn’t mean much. It’s just words on a page. But if it’s supported by a group of people who care... | Workforce Development |
Multimedia
| Strategic Planning in Nonprofits Webinar | Strategic planning is vital to nonprofit organizations. A quality plan clarifies the organization's strategic direction and strategies that it will use to achieve its vision... | Workforce Development |
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| Strategic Planning That Makes a Difference and That’s Worth the Time | This publication compiles practical tips, tools and insight from Change Elemental’s work with social justice organizations. | Workforce Development |
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| Stress and Drug Use: What Every Parent Should Know | This article discusses the impact of stress on young people and the science behind what is going on in the brain at this time. It... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Web Page
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) | The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that leads public... | Addiction, Mental Health, Recovery, Substance Use, Treatment |
Web Page
| Substance Abuse Treatment For Children And Adolescents: Questions To Ask - Facts for Families | Many children and adolescents use alcohol and other drugs. Some develop serious problems which require professional treatment. Examples of treatment include outpatient clinics, twelve-step programs,... | Addiction, Diagnosis, Mental Health, Substance Use |
Multimedia
| Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Privacy Rights for Individuals and Families | A webinar presented by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center, the SAMHSA-funded Center of Excellence for supporting families whose children - of any age... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Parenting/Caregiving, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Substance Use Disorder Basics | Substance use disorder includes a variety of unhealthy behaviors related to the use of alcohol or drugs. A teenager might have substance use disorder if... | Addiction, Substance Use |
Multimedia
| Substance Use Resource Center | Use and abuse of drugs and alcohol by teens is a common occurrence and can have serious consequences. Substance abuse can have lasting effects on... | Addiction, Substance Use |
Multimedia
| Suicide Resource Center | Suicide is a serious and growing problem among children and adolescents. Each year, thousands of young people commit suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause... | Suicide |
Document
| Supporting Families of LGBTQ+ People | The Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity in collaboration with NFSTAC have created a valuable resource to support your LGBTQ+ community and/or family... | Adult Children, Family Involvement and Engagement, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Peer Support, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Document
| Supporting Organizational Well-Being and Leader Success Through Mentorship: A Guide to Sustainability | This program guide was designed to enhance your leadership skills through a tailor-made mentorship—supported by our series of 2022-2023 Office Hour series videos from subject matter... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Family Involvement and Engagement, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, Recovery, Substance Use, Training and Education, Workforce Development |
Video
| Supporting Students Experiencing Early Psychosis in Middle School and High School | Although psychosis typically emerges in late adolescence or early adulthood, some individuals begin to experience psychosis or other early serious mental illness while still in... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Multimedia
| Supporting the Workforce on Providing Affirming Services to LGBTQ+ People Recording | Hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center (www.nfstac.org) and the Center of Excellence for LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity in June of 2022. Event... | Workforce Development |
Infographic
| Supporting your child on any ages who experiences Eating Disorders (COE language) | The Grace Holland Cozine Resource Center is dedicated to connecting individuals and loved ones with the critical knowledge and lived experiences to find the help... | |
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| SWOT’s Up? How to Do a Strategic Self-Audit of Nonprofit Strengths & Weaknesses | In this 60-minute webinar, learn about the SWOT (Strenghts, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis. A SWOT analysis takes a structured approach that looks at where you... | Workforce Development |
Infographic
| Systems Knowledge and Navigation Infographic | The fourth of the Five Core Competencies for Certified Family Peer Specialists (CFPS) is Systems Knowledge and Navigation. This infographic explains the skills and knowledge CFPS... | Adult Children, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Education System, Family Involvement and Engagement, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, Substance Use, Training and Education, Workforce Development |
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| Talk Tool | Talk Tool is provided by Bring Change To Mind. This tool is meant to show the many ways you can talk about mental health with... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Mental Health |
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| Talking To Kids About Mental Illnesses - Facts for Families | Kids are naturally curious and have questions about mental illness. Understanding mental illness can be challenging for adults as well as for children. Myths, confusion,... | Mental Health |
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| Technology and Mental Health | There are many supports out there for mental health and just some of them involve technology. Learn more about what mental health technologies and tools... | Mental Health, Technology |
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| Teen Depression | This brochure from the National Institute of Mental Health helps teens understand depression and how it differs from regular sadness. It describes symptoms, causes, treatments,... | Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Teen Depression: More Than Just Moodiness | This webpage and infographic from the National Institute for Mental Health helps identify symptoms of depression in teens and offers strategies for getting help. | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Treatment, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Web Page
| Telepsychiatry and Your Child - Facts for Families | Telepsychiatry is the use of videoconferencing to provide psychiatric evaluation, consultation, and treatment. This technology is used by a child and adolescent psychiatrist to provide... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| The Arc | The Arc is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and serving them and their families.... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Disability |
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| The Benefits of Family Peer Support: Let's Examine the Evidence | In this presentation, participants learned the definition of family peer support, the foundation of family peer support and how this practice has emerged over the... | Peer Support, Workforce Development |
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| The Kennedy-Satcher Center for Mental Health Equity | The Kennedy-Satcher Center for Mental Health Equity advocates for equitable treatment of mental health and substance use disorders They are a collaborative effort toward equal treatment... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health, Policy and Advocacy |
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| The National Council for Mental Wellbeing | The National Council for Mental Wellbeing is the unifying voice for over 3,381 of America’s health care organizations that deliver mental health and addictions treatment... | Mental Health, Policy and Advocacy, Workforce Development |
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| The Nonprofit Board Self-Assessment Tool | This paper from the National Center for Nonprofit Boards clarifies the board’s roles and responsibilities as a collective entity and summarizes individual board members’ responsibilities with... | Workforce Development |
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| The Power of Board Advocacy: A Discussion Guide for Boards | This guide from Stand For Your Mission explains how advocacy means using our voices as committed, informed champions for our missions, and provides a starting point... | Workforce Development |
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| The Power of Telling Your Story | Telling your story can be a powerful tool to raise awareness of children’s mental health needs and effective treatment options, as well as to improve... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Peer Support |
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| The Powerful Impact of Family Therapy on Addiction | This article from Partnership to End Addiction demonstrates the powerful effect that family therapy can have on change by employing two examples from families that the... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Multimedia
| The Washington Nonprofit Institute | Washington Nonprofit Institute's website offers videos, discussion guides, templates, interactive tools, and webinars. Find the following helpful sections and more on their website. 5-Minute Learning... | Workforce Development |
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| There Is Hope in Recovery from Addiction, and My Son Is Proof | This personal account details one parent’s experience as they suddenly discovered their child was struggling deeply with substance use. This family’s story emphasizes the reality... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Tic Disorders - Facts for Families | A tic is a problem in which a part of the body moves repeatedly, quickly, suddenly, and uncontrollably. Tics can occur in any body part,... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| TIPS FOR FAMILIES, PARENTS, & CAREGIVERS TO ADDRESS BULLYING BEHAVIORS | A joint project of the National Federation of Families, National Family Support Technical Assistance Center, and the New England Mental Health Technology Transfer Center, this... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Early Childhood, Education System, Family Involvement and Engagement, Grandfamilies, Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support, School Age, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Infographic
| Tips for Supervisors Supporting Family Peers in Writing Lived Experience Narratives | Learn how leaders of family-run organizations and supervisors can support family peers in writing their lived experience narratives. Many certification programs require that candidates submit... | Mental Health |
Tool
| Toolkit for Transformation | In this toolkit, you will find information and resources that parent advocates and their allies around the world have created. We envision the toolkit as... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Policy and Advocacy |
Web Page
| Tourette’s Disorder Basics | Tics are sudden, recurrent, involuntary movements or vocalizations. If a child has both motor and vocal tics, he is diagnosed with Tourette's disorder. This guide... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Tourette’s Syndrome Association, Inc. | The Tourette Association of America is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive resources and support for all of those in the Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorder... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
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| Transitioning From High School to College With A Psychiatric Illness: Preparation - Facts for Families | Graduating from high school and planning for life afterwards is an exciting yet challenging time for many young adults and their families. For teens with... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Web Page
| Transitions to Adulthood Center for Research | Transitions to Adulthood Center for Research's mission is to promote the full participation in socially valued roles of transition-age youth and young adults (ages 14-30)... | Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Multimedia
| Trauma and Child Abuse Resource Center | Child abuse and violence affect millions of children each year. Child abuse includes physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. Interpersonal violence is violence between people... | Mental Health, Trauma and Violence |
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| Treatment Advocacy Center | The Treatment Advocacy Center is dedicated to eliminating barriers to the timely and effective treatment of severe mental illness. The organization promotes laws, policies and... | Crisis, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
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| Treatment for Youth and Young Adults with Mood Disorders and other Serious Emotional Disturbances and Co-occurring Substance Use | This guide from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administation (SAMHSA) reviews interventions on treating substance misuse and substance use disorders (SUD) in youth with... | Diagnosis, Mental Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Trevor Project | The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. | Suicide, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Trichotillomania Basics | A child with trichotillomania feels the urge to pull out hair from the scalp or other parts of the body. In this guide from Child... | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Document
| Understanding HIPAA: What Parents Need to Know About Privacy & Their Adult Child’s Health Information | The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) is a federal law that sets national privacy standards limiting the use and disclosure of... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support) |
Document
| Understanding Psychosis | This fact sheet covers the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for psychosis. This information is also available in Spanish. | Diagnosis, Mental Health |
Video
| Understanding the WHY Behind Your Child's Substance Use | In this video, Partnership to End Addiction’s Helpline Specialist, Karla Castro-Soto (MS in Marriage & Family Therapy) discusses the importance of understanding the “why” behind youth substance... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Substance Use |
Web Page
| Understood | Understood is a non-profit dedicated to serving the millions of families of kids who learn and think differently. Fifteen nonprofit organizations have joined forces to... | Education System, Mental Health, Workforce Development |
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| Using Peers to Support Re-Engaging Families | When mental health problems increase, people with serious mental illness may lose relationships with family members and friends. Peers act as non-clinical support and navigators... | Family Involvement and Engagement, Peer Support |
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| Vaping - What Families Need to Know to Help Protect Children, Teens and Young Adults | This guide provides information about vaping for parents/caregivers including what vaping is, why it appeals to youth, what the health risks are, and what you... | Addiction, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
Web Page
| Vaping and Marijuana: What You Need to Know | This article outlines the dangers of marijuana consumption among youth, specifically when consumed through vaping devices. | Addiction, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| We Want You! | How do you find volunteers to serve on your Board of Directors? This 30-minute webinar examines why ongoing Board recruitment is healthy and necessary. They... | Workforce Development |
Web Page
| Weight Gain from Medication: Prevention and Management - Facts for Families | Psychiatric medications can be very helpful, even life saving, for some children and adolescents. However, some of these medications may lead to weight gain. The... | Medication |
Tool
| Wellness Tracker | The Depression and Bi-Polar Support Alliance's Wellness Tracker consists of one main Mood Tracker and seven supporting systems, behavior, and lifestyle trackers designed to work... | Mental Health, Physical Health, Technology |
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| What Can I Do to Help Deal With Feelings Of Anger Towards My Daughter? | This article provides tips to help parents deal with negative emotions they may be experiencing towards a child as a product of their substance use... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| What Do I Do If My Child Relapses After Treatment? | In this video, Partnership to End Addiction’s Helpline Specialist, Karla Castro-Soto (MS in Marriage & Family Therapy) talks about the possibility of relapsing after treatment... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Recovery, Substance Use |
Infographic
| What Does Board Service Entail? | This infographic illustrates the main roles of board members, including the 10 basic responsibilities of board members, how boards rate themselves on these responsibilities, and... | Workforce Development |
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| What I Tell Parents Looking to Get Their Child Into Treatment | This article advises parents on what to be wary of when looking for substance use treatment for their child, lest they fall victim to predatory... | Addiction, Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Substance Use, Treatment |
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| What is a Psychiatric Advance Directive (PAD)? | A psychiatric advance directive or mental health advanced directive is also called a PAD. It is a document that allows you to state your choices... | Crisis, Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Mental Health |
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| What is a Psychiatric Emergency? - Facts for Families | Most families know when to call an ambulance or bring their child to the emergency room when they seem physically ill. Families may have a... | Crisis, Mental Health |
Document
| What is an Advisory Board and Should We Have One? | Organizations are considering creating advisory boards or advisory committees of one kind or another. At the same time, others write to ask how to disband... | Workforce Development |
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| What is Family Therapy for Addiction and How Can It Help My Family? | This article from Partnership to End Addiction provides an in-depth explanation of family therapy and its potential benefits, including an overview of some of the core... | Addiction, Family Involvement and Engagement, Substance Use, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| What is Vivitrol? Answers for Parents | This brief article and extended video break down the benefits of Vivitrol as part of a MAT plan, using both scientific explanation and a personal... | Addiction, Recovery, Treatment |
Web Page
| What Parents Need to Know About College Binge Drinking | This article outlines some basic information that parents should be aware of concerning binge drinking as they prepare to send their children to college. It... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| What to Look for - and What to Avoid - when Searching for an Addiction Treatment Program | This article from Partnership to End Addiction provides a comprehensive list of what to look for in a treatment facility as well as a list... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Treatment |
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| What You Shouldn't Expect When Your Child is in Recovery from Addiction | A young person offers her perspective on recovery and the expectations caregivers may hold that often need to be abandoned. Rather than hoping for a... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Recovery, Substance Use |
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| When it Comes to Your Child’s Addiction, Leave the Past in the Past | This personal essay argues for the importance of leaving the past behind us and instead focusing on the present and future when it comes to... | Addiction, Parenting/Caregiving, Substance Use |
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| When To Seek Help For Your Child - Facts for Families | Parents are usually the first to recognize that their child has a problem with emotions or behavior. Still, the decision to seek professional help can... | Mental Health |
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| Where To Find Help For Your Child - Facts for Families | Parents are often concerned about their child's emotional health or behavior but they don't know where to start to get help. The mental health system... | Mental Health |
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| Who is Taking Care of You? A Self Care Webinar with National Expert Sue Badeau | A webinar presented by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center - April 2021 Description: In the mental health and substance use fields, whether as... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Peer Support |
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| WISE Center Teacher Well-Being Workbook | The Wellbeing In School Environments (WISE) Workbook was created to assist teachers in prioritzing their own well-being and mental health. It was written for teachers, educators,... | Education System, Mental Health |
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| Withdrawing from "Withdrawal:" The Language of Addiction Matters | This article argues for the use of language around addiction that carries less stigma, specifically when it comes to the word "withdrawal". | Addiction, Recovery, Substance Use |
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| Words Matter Wednesday 2024 Video Playlist | In May 2024, at Words Matter Wednesday, we explored equitable terminology that promotes social justice for populations where language has often been used to shame... | |
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| Working with Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists in the Digital Age - Facts for Families | Healthcare technologies are changing rapidly. Child and adolescent psychiatrists increasingly use digital health tools such as video and messaging technologies, patient portals, and electronic health... | Mental Health, Technology |
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| Wrightslaw | Wrightslaw contains accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities. Wrightslaw is home to the Special Ed Advocate,... | Legal (Justice Systems, Incarcerated Family Support), Policy and Advocacy |
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| Youth Mental Health Project | The Youth Mental Health Project is a group of individuals who believe that mental health is imperative to all health. They empower young people, parents,... | Caregiving/Caregiver Support, Mental Health, Parenting/Caregiving, Physical Health, Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| Youth Move | Youth M.O.V.E National is a youth-led national organization devoted to improving services and systems that support positive growth and development by uniting the voices of... | Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones), Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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| ZERO TO THREE | ZERO to THREE's mission is to promote the healthy development of our nation's infants and toddlers by supporting and strengthening families, communities, and those who... | Early Childhood, Mental Health |
