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Hotlines
Adolescent Suicide Hotline: 800-621-4000
Adolescent Crisis Intervention & Counseling Nineline: 1-800-999-9999
Eating Disorders Center: 1-888-236-1188
Help Finding a Therapist: 1-800-THERAPIST (1-800-843-7274)
National Center for Learning Disabilities: 1-888-575-7373
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
Panic Disorder Information Hotline: 1-800- 64-PANIC
Runaway Hotline: 800-621-4000
Self-Injury (NOT a crisis line. Information and referrals only): 1-800-DONT CUT (1-800-366-8288)
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK
Suicide & Crisis Hotline: 1-800-999-9999
Suicide Prevention – The Trevor HelpLine (Specializing in gay and lesbian youth suicide prevention): 1-800-850-8078
Teen Helpline: 1-800-400-0900
Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-HIT-HOME
Associations
American Association of Suicidology: Promotes the understanding and prevention of suicide and supports those who have been affected by it
American Psychiatric Association: Organization of psychiatrists working together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental illness
American Psychological Association: Advances psychology to benefit society and improve people’s lives
Anxiety and Depression Association of America: International non-profit organization dedicated to the prevent treatment and cure of anxiety, depressive, obsessive-compulsive and trauma-related disorders
ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders: Oldest organization aimed at fighting eating disorders in the United States
National Association for Rural Mental Health: Professional organization that serves the field of rural behavioral health
National Mental Health Organizations
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality: The lead federal agency charged with improving the safety and quality of America’s healthcare system
AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention): Saves lives and brings hope to those affected by suicide
DBSA (Depression and BiPolar Support Alliance): Provides hope, health, support and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders
Mental Health America: Nation’s leading community-based non-profit dedicated to mental illness (founded in 1909)
Mental Health Liaison Group: National organizations representing consumer, family members, advocates, professionals and providers
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Nation’s largest grass roots mental health organization
National Council for Behavioral Health: Promotes public policies that support a strong addiction and mental health safety net
National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health: National family-run organizations linking more than 120 chapters and state organizations focused on youth with emotional, behavioral or mental health needs
National Institute of Mental Health: Lead federal agency for research on mental disorders
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Nation’s largest grass roots mental health organization
National Council for Behavioral Health: Promotes public policies that support a strong addiction and mental health safety net
National Mental Health Organizations (cont’d)
National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health: National family-run organizations linking more than 120 chapters and state organizations focused on youth with emotional, behavioral or mental health needs
National Institute of Mental Health: Lead federal agency for research on mental disorders
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress
NCLD (National Center for Learning Disabilities): Improves the lives of children and adults with learning and attention issues
SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration): Agency leading public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation
World Mental Health Organization: Improves the mental health of individuals and society at large
College Resources
Active Minds: Empowers students to change the perception about mental health on college campuses.
College Re-Entry: Helps academically-engaged 18-30 year old college students who withdraw from their studies due to mental health challenges and return to college
College Resources for Students with Disabilities: Overview of the legal rights of students with disabilities as well as advice on colleges to attend
I Am Acceptance: Initiates conversations with students on mental health to educate and empower them to seek support
The Jed Foundation: Empowers teens and young adults with the skills and support to grow into healthy thriving adults
NAMI on Campus: Campus clubs and FAQs
The Steve Fund: Dedicated to the mental health and emotional well-being of students of color
Children and Adolescents
Adolescent Crisis Intervention & Counseling Nineline: Hotline for teens needing to talk on any subject
CHADD (Children & Adults with ADHD): Improves the lives of people with ADHD
The Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide: Reduces teen suicides through educational training programs
Other Mental Health Organizations
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law: Protects and advances the rights of adults and children with mental disabilities
Change Direction: Changes the culture of mental health in America so those in need receive the care and support they deserve
Emotions Anonymous: People who come together weekly to recover from emotional difficulties
The Joint Commission: Independent non-profit organization accredits and certifies nearly 21,000 health care organizations
Parity Implementation Coaliton: Fights discrimination against those who seek services for mental health and substance use disorders
Recoveries Anonymous: 12-step program focused on friendship, fellowship, hope and sanity for a full recovery from problems and behaviors
The Starr Coalition: Forum to bring together the leaders in mental health advocacy, treatment and research
TWLOHA (To Write Love on Her Arms): Non-profit organization dedicated to finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide.
