Resources
DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY DISORDERS
The National Institute of Mental www.nimh.nih.gov
Provides specific information on signs, symptoms and current research related to specific mental health disorders, problems and populations.
The Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad
A nonprofit organization promoting the prevention, treatment and cure of anxiety disorders.
The Obsessive Compulsive Foundation www.ocfoundation.org/what-is-ocd.html
A nonprofit organization disseminating information on obsessive compulsive disorder and its treatment. It is user friendly site loaded with very helpful advice for people with the disorder.
Brain Physics www.brainphysics.com
One of my favorite sites, it offers a variety of information on the neuroscience of specific anxiety disorders. It also provides excellent screening measures and interactive tools.
Tools for Coping with Life Stressors www.coping.org
This site offers great advice on coping with a variety of personal and emotional problems. The advice is consistent with research in cognitive psychology and very practical.
BODY IMAGE ISSUES AND EATING DISORDERS
Mirror, Mirror www.mirror-mirror.org/eatdis.htm
This a great website for people with a variety of eating disorders. The site offers good information about they myths and misconceptions related to a variety of problems related to food.
Healthy Place www.healthyplace.com Communities/Eating Disorders/
Offers helpful information, chat rooms and advice on eating disorders and body image issues in general.
Healthy Place www.healthyplace.com Communities/Eating Disorders/
ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDERS IN ADULTS
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) www.chadd.org
A national non-profit organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with AD/HD.
Russell Barkley www.russellbarkley.org/
A well known researcher and clinician in the field of ADHD, his site is very informative and offers the current research and treatment issues for people with ADHD.
Attention Deficit Disorder Association http://www.add.org/
This site is specifically focused on adult pattern attention deficit disorder. The site offers practical advice on managing the symptoms of the disorder in the workplace, relationships and other arenas.
Help for ADHD www.help4adhd.org
This is an excellent website for professionals, parents and adults with ADHD. Many resources and helpful guidelines are offered for download.
ADDICTION AND RECOVERY
Smart Recovery www.smartrecovery.org/
A site devoted to evidence based treatment of substance abuse problems. The website offers specific tools and helpful advice on coping with urges, problem solving and maintaining motivation.
Smart Recovery www.smartrecovery.org/
This is a San Diego based recovery program operated by Dr. Thomas Horvath and is also devoted to evidence based treatment.
Smart Recovery www.smartrecovery.org/
A site devoted to evidence based treatment of substance abuse problems. The website offers specific tools and helpful advice on coping with urges, problem solving and maintaining motivation.
Practical Recovery www.practicalrecovery.com
This is a San Diego based recovery program operated by Dr. Thomas Horvath and is also devoted to evidence based treatment.
The National institute of Drug Abuse www.nida.nih.gov!
Devoted to the scientific exploration of drug abuse and addiction.
KID AND TEEN FRIENDLY SITES
Kid’s Health www.kidshealth.org
User friendly website for kids and teens offering information on health, developmental issues and coping with a variety of psychological problems
The Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Organized Chaos www.ocfoundation.org/organizedchaos/
The site offers practical advice and real life stories specifically devoted to Teens with the disorder.
AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER
Autism Resources www.pd.atism.pdd.net
Lots of information and resources for people with ASD and their families.
Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children www.teach.com/teacch.htm
Lots of information and resources for people with ASD and their families.
The UC MIND Institute www.mindinstitute.ucdms.ucdavis.edu
Developed by fathers of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders and offers a full range of services, information and research.
Autism Society of America. www.autismsociety-society.org
INFERTILITY AND REPRODUCTIVE LOSS
The Center for Reproductive Psychology www.reproductivepsych.org/trauma
Devoted to offering support and disseminating information related to reproductive traumas.
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association www.resolve.org
Provides support and information to individuals who are experiencing infertility
The American Fertility Association (AFA) www.theafa.org
Provides information about infertility treatments, reproductive, sexual health and family building options including adoption and third-party solutions
CONSUMER INFORMATION
American Psychological Association www.apa.org!
California Board of Psychology www.psychboard.ca.gov
San Diego Psychological Association www.sdpa.org
National Institute of Mental Health www.nimh.org
APA Help Center www.apahelpcenter.org
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
The following books are clear, precise and user friendly.
Perfectionism and OCD
Too Perfect: When Being in Control Gets Out of Control. Allen J Mallinger, M.D. & Jeannete Dewyze.
Change your Brain, Change your Life. Daniel G. Amen, M.D.
Brain Lock, Jeffrey Scwhartz, M.D.
When Once is Not Enough, Gail Sketee & Kerrin White, M.D.
ADHD
Driven to Distraction, Edward J. Halloway, M.D. & John J. Ratey, M.D.
ADD: The Unfocused Mind in Children and Adults. Thomas Brown, PhD.
Your Defiant Child: Eight Steps to Better Behavior. Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D & Christine M. Benton.
Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. Daniel Amen, M.D.
Women’s Issues
The Dance of Anger. Harriet Lerner, Ph.D.
Compassion and Self Hate. Theodore Rubin M.D.
When Women Stop Hating Their Bodies: Freeing Yourself from Food & Weight Obsession. Jane R. Hirschmann & Carol H. Munter.
Life Inside the Thin Cage: A Personal Look Into The Hidden World of the Chronic Dieter. Constance Rhode.
Trauma and Child Abuse
Trauma and Recovery. Judith Herman, M.D.
Too Scared To Cry. Leonore Terr, M.D.
Drama of the Gifted Child. Alice Miller, Ph.D.
Parenting Books
Parenting from the Inside Out: How a Deeper Self Understanding Can Help You Raise Children who Thrive. Daniel Siegel, M.D. & Mary Hartzell, M.ED.
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child. John Gottman, Ph.D.
Parenting Teens and Boys
All Grown Up and No Place To Go: Teenagers in Crisis. David Elkind, Ph.D.
Real Boys. William Pollack, PhD
Speaking of Boys. Michael Thompson, PhD
Infertility and Reproductive Loss
Unsung Lullabies: Understanding & Coping with Infertility, Janet Jaffe, Ph.D., Martha Diamond, Ph.D. & David Diamond, Ph.D.