Resources
National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of the the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI advocates for access to services and treatment, while offering support through sharing of the latest research.
http://www.nami.org
International Positive Psychology Association
Positive psychology is the study of human happiness and well-being. In studying this under-appreciated aspect of human experience, positive psychology emphasizes wellness as opposed to pathology. IPPA offers free informational materials to the public, in its attempt to share research and insights into what human well-being consists of. http://www.ippanetwork.org
(click here to read a scholarly introduction to positive psychology.)
Mental Health Association of New York City
MHA-NYC uses advocacy and education to identify unmet needs and develop culturally sensitive programs to improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by mental illness, while promoting the importance of mental health right here in NYC.
http://www.mhaofnyc.org
Depression and Bi-Polar Support Alliance
DBSA seeks to improve the mental health of, and facilitate wellness for, individuals living with mood disorders from childhood throughout adulthood by providing resources and educational training programs for individuals, parents and clinicians.
http://www.dbsalliance.org/
The Balanced Mind Parent Network
The Balanced Mind community is a source of support and guidance for parents of children diagnosed with mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder. Parents struggling alone are able to link into an extensive help network designed to provide reliable information on treatment, school accommodations, and cutting-edge scientific research.
http://www.thebalancedmind.org
Resources for Children with Special Needs
NYC’s only independent nonprofit organization dedicated to families and children with disabilities (social, cognitive, physical, and behavioral), RCSN emphasizes individual advocacy, specialized trainings and community awareness events.
http://www.resourcesnyc.org
Learning Disabilities Association of America
LDA’s mission is to create opportunities for success in all those affected by LD. This site offers guidance and support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, educators, and other professionals with a practical and comprehensive network of resources.
http://www.LDAAmerica.org
Reading Rockets
With the goal of helping young children to read, RR offers the latest research on an array of subjects designed for teachers, parents, school psychologists, librarians and administrators. http://www.ReadingRockets.org
The Jed Foundation
Committed to promoting mental and emotional well-being among college and university students, The Jed Foundation works with parents, students, teachers and campus professionals to advocate for and promote awareness of mental health goals and objectives. https://www.jedfoundation.org
