Informative mental health resources for people of all ages.
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Autism Society of Pittsburgh
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| | Information and local advocacy and referral services. |
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CHADD: Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
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| | Use the Chapter Locator to find local contact information for CHADD. |
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Contact Pittsburgh
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| | Call the Crisis and Suicide Hotline at (412)820-HELP for immediate emotional support. Other hotlines and helplines listed here, also. Contact and information about volunteering also available at this site. |
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FamilyLinks
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| | "FamilyLinks is a non-profit social service agency that provides mental health and mental retardation programs, youth and family development programs, adult community services, alcohol and other drug treatment, and school-based prevention services to children, families and individuals throughout southwestern Pennsylvania." |
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Late Life Depression Evaluation and Treatment Center
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| | Sponsored by University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, this site provides information for the older adult, their families or caregivers on late-life mental health problems. |
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Mental Health Association of Allegheny County
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| | The latest news, free and confidential services and programs, information about mental illnesses, and a newsletter are available here. |
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Mental Health Services and Support
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| | Descriptions of services, programs and phone numbers offered by the Allegheny Department of Human Services,Office of Behavioral Health. |
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NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania
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| | An affiliate of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. This organization helps families cope with mental illness. |
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Pennsylvania Health Law Project:
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| | The PHLP toll-free helpline is 1-800-274-3258. Use the Search by Topic feature at the top of the page for detailed information on topics such as "how to obtain drug and alcohol services" and "accessing prescription drugs." |
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UPMC Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
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| | Services offered and locations and contact information for this top-ranked facility can be found at this site. |
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| National Resources |
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American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)
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| | The AACAP aims to assist "parents and families in understanding developmental, behavioral, emotional and mental disorders affecting children and adolescents..." See the Facts for Families section for concise information on a wide variety of issues concerning children and adolescents. |
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American Psychological Association's Help Center
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| | Self-help articles on a wide variety of mental health topics, from job-related concerns, family relationships and spirituality to therapies and treatments. |
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Autism Speaks
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| | This site was created by Suzanne and Bob Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. Find information on autism research, how to cope, what to expect, and more, including helpful online films produced especially for parents of autistic children. |
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Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) Mental Health Services Locator
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| | Search by state for mental health services and facilities at this site from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. |
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MayoClinic.com Mental Health Center
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| | Extensive information on mental health disorders, treatments and coping skills along with an "Ask a Specialist" feature. |
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Mental Help Net
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| | A "comprehensive source of online mental health information, news and resources." Includes a glossary, online tests, 'find a therapist' and many other resources. |
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National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
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| | NAMI is a nonprofit, self-help, support and advocacy organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with severe mental illnesses. |
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National Institute of Mental Health
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| | Helpful information on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illnesses. |
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National Institute of Mental Health: Medications
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| | Guide to the use of psychotherapeutic medications. |
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National Mental Health Association (NMHA)
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| | News, advocacy, and educational resources about all aspects of mental health from one of the oldest nonprofit organizations in the United States. |
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National Mental Health Consumers' Self-Help Clearinghouse
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| | Advocacy and self-help resources, including 'how to start a support group' and current legislative actions. |
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ParentsMedGuide.org
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| | This site provides information about medications used to treat childhood and adolescent depression. From the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. |
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SAMHSA's Consumer-Survivor Mental Health Information
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| | From SAMHSA's National Mental Health Information Center, this web site provides information about treatment, self-managed care, the delivery of services, and access to mental health services. |
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