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Kids Health: Social Phobia
This site from Family Doctor.org gives information on social phobias, symptoms, and strategies for treatment. This site also provides links to related articles.
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Teen Health
Abundant resources regarding teens and their health, including nutrition, sexual health, mental health and teen development. Learn how to live a healthy lifestyle now in order to maintain a health one in your later years.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Point of View: Almost Sunrise: Lesson Plan Clips
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a term many students may know. This lesson invites student to gain a deeper understanding of moral injury and develop greater empathy for the challenges returning veterans face. Using five video...
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Psychology Today: Adolescence
Explore the journey from childhood towards adulthood from how to talk to teens to a look at mental health in high school. Learn about the many issues that accompany this coming of age.
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Neurociencias Para Ninos / Neuroscience for Kids
Learn about the brain and brain science using this Spanish version of the excellent Neuroscience for Kids site. Translation of the site is a work in progress. Portions are in Spanish but links for many pages still lead to the English...
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Psychotherapy Versus Medication for Depression
An research study (1995) from doctors specializing in depression treatment that discusses the differences between psychotheraphy and medication.
National Institutes of Health
National Library of Medicine: Diseases of the Mind
A virtual exhibit to expose the early history of psychiatry in the United States through the year 1900.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Martin Seligman on Positive Psychology
As Martin Seligman discusses the state of psychology today, he introduces the eleventh reason to be positive. [23:46]
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Kids Health: Going to a Therapist
This four page site from Kids Heath will help a child that is going to see a therapist. This article takes the reader through a visit to the therapist and relates how they can help a patient. It also includes links to related articles.
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Kids Health: Dealing With Divorce
The reasons for two adults divorcing isn't always clear to their children. This article explains why parents sometimes divorce, how it might change their lives, and what they can do to make it easier for themselves. The article also...
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Kids Health: Adoption
When someone is adopted it isn't always easy for them to deal with the reasons that it happened. This article attempts to help those with similar issues cope with the thoughts and feelings that surround being adopted. Links to related...
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Between Us Counseling Helpline: Abnormal Behavior
Discusses what maladaptive, or abnormal, behavior is, the impact of stigma on people suffering from a mental health issue, and some of the causes of maladaptations.
WebMD
Web Md: Schizophrenia
A very detailed description of schizophrenia. Tells exactly what it is, the many symptoms, characteristics of people who have schizophrenia, and treatment. Links are provided for additional information.
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Mind: Understanding the Psychological Effects of Street Drugs
Information about the dangerous psychological effects of drugs and alcohol.
University of Washington
Neuroscience for Kids Other Translations
Translations of Neuroscience for Kids, an excellent site on the brain and brain science by neuroscientists at the University of Washington. Includes Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Portuguese, Italian, Slovene, and Korean. Translations...
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Dr. Ivan's Depression Central
This site is a home page to an excellent resource for finding out about depression.
New York Times
New York Times: Health Guide: Phobia
[Free Registration/Login Required] One-page overview of the causes, symptoms, and treatment of simple, specific phobias.
New York Times
New York Times: Health Guide: Social Phobia
[Free Registration/Login Required] One-page synopsis of the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of social phobia.
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Med Help: All Ask a Doctor Forums and Medical Communities
The Med Help Support Communities provides questions and answers about most medical conditions as well as allowing you to type in a question and get a reply from a doctor.
Other
Pale Reflections: Anorexia Nervosa
A straight forward description of Anorexia Nervosa, including signs and symptoms, long term health problems, and why it's so hard to stop. Links to other information are included.
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Community Resource Center
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome in a Nutshell
At this website are eight astounding facts about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). Facts include: "FAS in the leading cause for mental retardation" and "Alcohol causes more damage to baby than any other drug."
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Community Resource Center
Basic Facts About Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
At this website, find facts about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Alcohol Related Neurodevelopmental Disorder (ARND). Learn statistics about pregnant women and drinking and about the ways in which FAS and ARND affect a child's physical...
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
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