Links

RELATED LINKS

The sites available are helpful in educating yourself, as well as, providing you support and information on some concerns you are facing. It is important to know that due to the constant changes with Internet sites, some may be modified or removed after a period of time. I will attempt to keep the sites as current as possible. If any of the sites have been removed or the addresses change, please notify me so that I may keep this information current. If you have any particular sites that may be of interest, it would also be appreciated that you let me know. Please remember: These sites are not to replace therapy but are suggested for use in supplementing the therapeutic process.

 

American Academy of Pediatrics
An organization of pediatricians commited to the attainment of optimal physcial, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, and youg adults. Includesgeneral information related to child health and specific guidelines concerning a pediatric issues.

Anxiety Disorders

WebMD
General information about anxiety disorders and the treatment for them.

Anxiety Disorders Association of America
The ADAA promotes the early diagnosis, treatment and cure of anxiety disorders, and is committed to improving the lives of the people who suffer from them.

Attention-Defecit Disorder

Attention Defecit Disorder Association
Association providing information, resources and networking opportunities to adults with Attention Defecit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) and their loved ones.

C.H.A.D.D
Information about Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for parents, care givers, school personnel, and kids.

Autism

Autism Society of Illinois
Information, resources, and support for indviduals and families effected by autism spectrum disorders.

TACA
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) is a national non-profit organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism.

Behavior

Tough Love
A non-profit self help organization that provides education and ongoing support to families, empowering parents in addressing adolescent problems.

Bipolar Disorder

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
Patient directed organization focusing on the most prevelant mental illnesses-depression and bipolar disorders. Information and education about Bipolar disorder-what it is, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated.

Business

Myers Service, Inc.
Provides peace of mind in protecting your business, employees, and clientele through security evaluations.

Family First Intervention
Works directly with the family to help identify exactly what needs to change to help loved one become accountable to accept help. Drug and Alcohol Intervertion specialists.

Video One Productions
Video One productions is a Chicago based video production company specializing in corporate HD and digital video production, video editing, DVD authoring, and CD and DVD duplication and replication.

DeVito Designs - Website Design & Development
DeVito Designs is the one-stop-shop for all your website needs. Services range from new site design, existing site redesign, hosting, maintenance, and even a selection of print services.

Child and Adolescent Bipolar Organizations

Child and Adolescent Bipolar Organization
The Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation educates families, professionals, and the public about pediatric bipolar disorders; connects families with resources and support; advocates for and empowers affected families; and supports research on pediatric bipolar disorders and it's cure.

Eating Disorders

National Eating Disorder Association
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders.

Grief

GriefNet
Resources offered for a variety of grief and grief related issues.

Learning Disability

Learning Disability Association of America
LDA has provided support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals. At the national, state and local levels, LDA provides cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make the Learning Disabilities Association of America the leading resource for information on learning disabilities.

Medication

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, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, for free.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorders

Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
Presents information about OCD, treatment, and resource.

Other

MADD
Non-profit grass routes organization. MADD's mission is to stop drunk driving, support the victims of this violent crime and prevent underage drinking.

NAMI
NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation's largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness and their families. Founded in 1979, NAMI has affiliates in every state and in more than 1,100 local communities across the country.

Postpartum Depression

Postpartum Support International
Postpartum Support International (PSI) purpose is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.

School

Great Schools
Explore top-rated schools, find local information, talk "school" with local parents, and much more.

Search Help
Sentry Parental Controls offers comprehensive internet filtering and monitoring slutions to protect children while they surf the web, instant message, or chat with others.

Sleep

SleepNet
Links offered for most sleep disorders.

Sleepquest
Discusses a wide range of advice on sleep problems, sleep research, and sleep medicine.

Substance Abuse Related Disorders

National Institute on Drug Abuse
Education resources & materials on drugs of abuse.

Al-Anon and Alateen Homepage
General and support group information.

Women for Sobriety
Providing services to women alcoholics. Based on 13-statement program of positivity that encourages emotional and spiritual growth.

Smart Recovery
An abstinence,based, not-for-profit organization with a self-help program for people having problems with drinking and using.

Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS)
Abstinence based program.