General:

NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness 

https://www.nami.org/Home

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NIMH: National Institute of Mental Health 

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml

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Mental Health America

https://www.mhanational.org/

COVID-19 and Mental Health Resources:

NAMI: COVID-19 Resources and Information Guide:

https://www.nami.org/getattachment/Press-Media/Press-Releases/2020/COVID-19-and-Mental-Illness-NAMI-Releases-Importan/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US

• ​Frequently asked questions on mental health, mental illness, and COVID-19

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Helping Teens Manage COVID-19 Pandemic Challenges: 

https://www.cstsonline.org/assets/media/documents/CSTS_FS_Helping_Teens_Manage_COVID19_Pandemic_Challenges.pdf

• This fact sheet describes the effects of ongoing physical distancing on teen health and provides recommendations for adults to help teens during periods of physical isolation.

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How Healthcare Personnel Can Take Care of Themselves During a Global Pandemic:

https://www.cstsonline.org/assets/media/documents/CSTS_FS_Sustaining_WellBeing_Healthcare_Personnel_during_Infectious_Disease_Outbreaks.pdf

• Reviews the challenges specific to healthcare workers during infectious disease outbreaks and provides strategies for sustaining well-being specific to healthcare workers. 

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Anxiety:

Anxiety Fact Sheet: 

https://www.womenshealth.gov/mental-health/mental-health-conditions/anxiety-disorders

LGBTQIA+:

Howard Brown:

https://howardbrown.org/

• Provides LGBTQ affirm primary care, STI/STD testing, HIV/AIDS services, TGNC healthcare, and women's healthcare services at clinics across Chicago. Also offers a sliding scale for those who are uninsured or underinsured. 

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Center on Halsted:

https://www.centeronhalsted.org/

• Provides a vast array or programs and services to advance Chicago's LGBTQ and allied community. Services range from cooking classes, yoga, volleyball and other recreational events to job placement, HIV testing and group therapy. In addition to offering programs and services on-site, Center on Halsted serves as a gateway to the broad array of community resources available in the Chicagoland area. 

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Youth Outlook: 

https://youth-outlook.org/

• The first social service agency in Illinois dedicated solely to supporting LGBTQ+ youth. Provides "drop-in" center meetings throughout the Western Suburbs as well as support groups for parents of LGBTQ+ youth. 

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PFLAG: Parents, Families and Friends of LGBTQ+ peoples 

https://pflag.org/about

• PFLAG is the nation's first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, their parents and families, and allies. 

• Local chapters: 

  • PFLAG Council of Northern Illinois: https://www.pflagillinois.org/

  • PFLAG Hinsdale: 773-472-3079; pflaghinsdale@pflagillinois.org

  • PFLAG Dupage: pflagdupage@pflagillinois.org 

Resources for Men:

Many Therapy: resources tailored to men 

https://mantherapy.org/

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Heads Up Guys:

https://headsupguys.org/

• A resource for supporting men in their fight against depression by providing tips, tools, information about professional services, and stories of success 

Resources for BIPOC:

Black Mental Wellness: 

https://www.blackmentalwellness.com/

• Provides access to evidenced-based information and resources about mental health from a Black perspective, to highlight and increase the diversity of mental health professionals, and to decrease the mental health stigma in the Black community 

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How to Cope with Anxiety and Racism from anxiety.org

https://www.anxiety.org/black-americans-how-to-cope-with-anxiety-and-racism

• Explores the link between experiences of racism and stress and anxiety for Black Americans, offering a mindfulness and acceptance-based coping approach 

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Therapy for Black Girls:

https://therapyforblackgirls.com/

• Focuses on making mental health topics more relevant and accessible for Black women. This website provides a therapist directory, the latest episodes of their popular podcast, and  blog articles specifically pertaining to Black girls and women and mental health. 

Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, and Body Image:

NEDA: National Eating Disorders Association: 

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

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NEDA: Eating Disorders Screening Tool: 

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/screening-tool

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ANAD: National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders:

https://anad.org/

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The Body is Not an Apology Movement:

https://thebodyisnotanapology.com/

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HAES: Health at Every Size:

https://haescommunity.com/

• Celebrating body diversity; an inclusive and respectful community supporting people of all sizes in finding compassionate ways to take care of themselves 

Depression:

Depression and Bipolar Alliance: 

https://www.dbsalliance.org/

Peer lead support groups:  

https://www.dbsalliance.org/support/chapters-and-support-groups/online-support-groups/

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Depression Fact Sheet:

https://www.womenshealth.gov/mental-health/mental-health-conditions/depression

• Discusses signs, symptoms, and treatment of depression 

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Depression in Women Fact Sheet:

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression-in-women/index.shtml

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Postpartum Depression Fact Sheet:

https://www.womenshealth.gov/mental-health/mental-health-conditions/postpartum-depression

• The American Psychological Association provides information on symptoms, associated factors, prevention, and treatment of postpartum depression 

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Heads Up Guys:

https://headsupguys.org/

• A resource for supporting men in their fight against depression by providing tips, tools, information and professional services, and stories of success  

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Bipolar Disorder:

International Bipolar Foundation:

https://ibpf.org/

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An Overview of Bipolar Disorders by Mayo Clinic:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bipolar-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355955

Substance Use/Abuse:

SAMHSA: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
 

SAMHSA's National Helpline: 800-622-HELP (4357)

• Also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service, a confidential, free, 24/7 information service in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-baesd organizations. 

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Alcoholics Anonymous: Find a Meeting:

https://www.aa.org/

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Chicago Alcoholics Anonymous: 

https://www.chicagoaa.org/

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Chicago Alcoholics Anonyous: Find a remote/online meeting:

https://www.chicagoaa.org/remote-online-meetings/

Relationships:

The Gottman Institute: 

https://www.gottman.com/

Provides a research based approach to relationships 

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The 5 Love Languages: '

https://www.5lovelanguages.com/5-love-languages/

• Take the quiz to identify how you give and receive love. Knowing your own and your partner's love language can help your relationship grow and increase mutual understanding. There are also resources specifically for singles, men, military personnel, child and parent relationships, and teen/parent relationships. 

Grief and Loss:

Grief Share: 

https://www.griefshare.org/findagroup

• Find a local and/or online grief support group 

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Supporting Friends Who Are Grieving: 

https://www.nhpco.org/patients-and-caregivers/grief-and-loss/grief-support/supporting-friends-who-are-grieving/