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	mental illness, mental health information center
		This is a day for SAMHSA and the initiatives and communities it supports to promote positive youth development, resilience, recovery, and the transformation of mental health services delivery for children and youth with serious mental health needs and their families.
		Awareness Day raises awareness of effective programs for children's mental health needs, demonstrates how children's mental health initiatives promote positive youth development, recovery and resilience, and shows how children with mental health needs thrive in their communities.
		The Campaign brochure provides information and resources about recovery from mental health problems; explains how to provide support to a friend; reveals myths and facts about mental illnesses; and emphasizes the importance of friendship and support in a person's recovery from mental health problems.
	www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov (0 words)

	Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General
		The Fundamentals of Mental Health and Mental Illness
		The report emphasizes that mental health and mental illnesses are important concerns at all ages.
		Indeed, one of the foremost contributions of contemporary mental health research is the extent to which it has mended the destructive split between“mental” and“physical” health.
	www.surgeongeneral.gov /library/mentalhealth/home.html (1003 words)

	Mental Health America: Position Statement 36: Involuntary Mental Health Treatment
		For years, persons with mental illnesses have been combating the centuries old stereotype that they are not competent enough to make their own decisions, or to be in charge of their own mental health care.
		Rather, it is common for mental health laws to permit the facility to detain a person for up to one week after she or he indicates a desire to leave.
		Mental health associations and other advocates should periodically examine state laws and the practices of treatment facilities and the courts, including the criminal justice and probate systems as well as the private and public mental health systems, to minimize coercion in mental health treatment wherever and whenever it occurs.
	www.mentalhealthamerica.net /go/position-statements/p-36 (1998 words)

	President's New Freedom Commission on MH: Report to the President: Goal 1
		Stigma is a pervasive barrier to understanding the gravity of mental illnesses and the importance of mental health.
		While mental health and physical health are clearly connected, a chasm exists between the mental health care and general health care systems in financing and practice.
		Health care and other human service systems should treat adults with serious mental illnesses and children with serious emotional disturbances with the same dignity, urgency, and quality of care that is given to people with any other form of illness.
	www.mentalhealthcommission.gov /reports/FinalReport/FullReport-02.htm (2865 words)

	WHO \| Mental health
		Mental, neurological and behavioural disorders are common to all countries and cause immense suffering.
		Mental illnesses affect and are affected by chronic conditions such as cancer, heart and cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and HIV/AIDS.
		The Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse provides leadership and guidance for the achievement of two broad objectives: (a) closing the gap between what is needed and what is currently available to reduce the burden of mental disorders worldwide, and (b) promoting mental health.
	www.who.int /mental_health/en (683 words)

	Mental Health - Healthy Living
		Mental health is a crucial dimension of overall health and an essential resource for living.
		Without good mental health, people can be unable to fulfil their full potential or play a active part in everyday life.
		Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada support mental health research, develop programs and policies designed to promote and support the needs of people with mental health problems and disorders.
	www.hc-sc.gc.ca /hl-vs/mental/index_e.html (241 words)

	Mental Health
		The purpose of this guide is to assist faculty, students, and staff of the University of Chicago find mental health statistics.
		NMHA is the country's oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness.
		PAHO is an international public health agency working to improve health and living standards of the countries of the Americas.
	www.lib.uchicago.edu /e/su/med/healthstat/mental.html (1053 words)

	Mental Health Articles
		May is Mental Health Month in the Chemung County with the goal of increasing the community awareness and understanding of mental health issues in our County.
		Amendments to Alberta's Mental Health Act and accompanying measures to enhance community-based mental health services will help Albertans living with mental illness and their families to access early intervention services, prevent deterioration, and enjoy a better quality of life.
		Mental Health America Warns Public to Avoid Diagnosing or Profiling Others with Mental Health Problems as a Reaction to the Virginia Tech Shootings.
	www.emaxhealth.com /7 (1105 words)

	Programs: Mental Health Courts Program
		Mental health courts are a recent phenomenon and require collaboration and consideration from practitioners in both the criminal justice and mental health fields.
		Mental health courts typically involve judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and other court personnel who have expressed an interest in or possess particular mental health expertise.
		Voluntary outpatient or inpatient mental health treatment, in the least restrictive manner appropriate as determined by the court, that carries with it the possibility of dismissal of charges or reduced sentencing on successful completion of treatment.
	www.ojp.usdoj.gov /BJA/grant/mentalhealth.html (1008 words)

	Mental Health Links (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Mental Health: The Cornerstone of Health- This site pulls together documents on the web from the agencies of the US Department of Health and Human Services on mental health topics.
		KEN is for users of mental health services and their families, the general public, policy makers, providers, and the media.
		Mental Disability Rights International- The Web site of this advocacy group, which was formed by the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law and American University's Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, provides international news, publications, and United Nations standards for mental disability rights.
	www.miami.edu /mhsig/mental.html (2584 words)

	Mental Health - Wex
		Mental health and the law interact in numerous ways.
		The provision of mental health services is regulated and, to some extent, publicly supported.
		Legal standards surround the process by which those who are mentally ill can be forced, against their will, to receive treatment.
	www.law.cornell.edu /topics/mental_health.html (295 words)

	mental health disorder, mental health information center
		CMHS youth violence prevention efforts focus on the collective involvement of families, communities, and schools to build resiliency to disruptive behavior disorders (for example, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
		When untreated, mental health disorders can lead to school failure, family conflicts, drug abuse, violence, and even suicide.
		Untreated mental health disorders can be very costly to families, communities, and the health care system.
	mentalhealth.samhsa.gov /topics (0 words)

	Mental Health Center - MayoClinic.com
		Find information on mental health and mental illness, specific disorders and mental health treatments.
		Explore mental illnesses such as anxiety disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders and eating disorders.
		Treatments to reduce or eliminate signs and symptoms of mental illness and restore mental health.
	www.mayoclinic.com /health/mental-health/MH99999 (0 words)

	Mental Health - refdesk.com
		Internet Mental Health - Effective, well-researched treatments exist for most mental disorders, yet the majority of people who have severe mental illness are not treated.
		Mental Help - Site includes news, a glossary of mental health terms, a symptoms list, info on common disorders and treatment, an archive of previous articles, and help in finding treatment.
		National Institute of Mental Health Sites offers information from NIMH about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illnesses.
	www.refdesk.com /mental.html (1257 words)

	NLH - Mental Health
		The pace of change and improvement in community mental healthcare has been variable and service users are often too little involved in their care, according to a review carried out by the Healthcare Commission and the Commission for Social Care Inspection.
		The Mental Health Specialist Library aims to meet the information needs of health care professionals who work in the field of mental health.
		This briefing summarises the key points of the Mental Health......
	www.library.nhs.uk /mentalhealth (503 words)

	Mental Health
		The Rockland County Department of Mental Health is a community mental health center funded by State and County government.
		The Department delivers a comprehensive array of mental health and chemical dependency services to the citizens of Rockland County.
		Services are available to anyone in need on a 24-hour basis and are coordinated with other mental health, health and social service agencies as required.
	www.co.rockland.ny.us /MHealth/default.htm (575 words)

	Mental Health - Home Page
		Welcome to the CDC Mental Health Work Group Web site, which includes basic public health information on mental health.
		While CDC is not a mental health agency, staff members from across CDC whose work relates to mental health established the mental health work group, and this Web site, to support CDC's overall public health efforts.
		Mental Health, United States 2004 is available on the Web at http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/publications/allpubs/SMA06-4195/default.asp.
	www.cdc.gov /mentalhealth (221 words)

	Mental health : Department of Health - Policy and guidance
		Mental health services in England are experiencing a period of unprecedented change.
		Research shows that people from BME communities can suffer from inequalities in access to mental health services, in their experience of those services, and in the outcome of those services.
		The national programme on forensic mental health R&D was established in April 1999.
	www.dh.gov.uk /PolicyAndGuidance/HealthAndSocialCareTopics/MentalHealth/fs/en (459 words)

	Mental Health (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Florida is transforming its publicly funded mental health system to a consumer and family-driven system that embraces prevention, recovery and resiliency.
		Project Recovery, a disaster relief grant funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, was created to provide mental health and substance abuse supports for Florida residents who continue to experience hurricane-related emotional or addictive distress.
		Florida's public-funded children's mental health system serves eligible children with serious emotional disturbance, children with emotional disturbance, and children at risk of emotional disturbance, within the amount of funds appropriated for these services.
	www.dcf.state.fl.us /mentalhealth (689 words)

	Mental Health
		Persons assessed to be in need of further mental health services will receive additional services in the intensity and for the duration necessary.
		All community mental health centers are required to inform clients of their right to express dissatisfaction at the provider, RSN, and State fair hearing level and to post and provide grievance procedures for doing so.
		A mental health consumer enrolled in services may request to be disenrolled from services at any time through the grievance procedure process.
	www.co.pierce.wa.us /pc/services/health/mental/services.htm (616 words)

	MedlinePlus: Child Mental Health
		A child's mental health problem may be harder to identify, but you can learn to recognize the symptoms.
		Mental health problems can disrupt daily life at home, at school or in the community.
		Article: Mental health and social competencies of 10- to 12-year-old children...
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/childmentalhealth.html (831 words)

	Emotional Health & Mental Health Problems and Information
		Harvard Health Publications and the faculty of Harvard Medical School have developed in-depth special health reports that deal with the challenges of emotional and mental health issues.
		Emotional and mental health issues can often be brought on by the strains of life situations, like caregiving for an older family member, dealing with Alzheimer’s disease, suffering the loss of a loved one, juggling the responsibilities of a busy lifestyle, or dealing with substance abuse.
		In Harvard Health Publications’ special health reports you’ll find reliable, authoritative information on a wide range of issues that impact emotional well-being and mental health, along with treatment strategies and practical solutions to help you handle life’s many challenges with resilience.
	www.health.harvard.edu /Emotional_Well_Being_and_Mental_Health (297 words)

	Mental Health
		While mental health care generally is considered a state responsibility, a shortage of mental health resources has caused some state mental health systems to limit their services to individuals who meet the criteria for involuntary treatment.
		As a result, people who request mental health services because they feel the need for them may be rejected.
		Moreover, at a time when there are few adequate services and fiscal restraints limit funding for any mental health services, the costs of bureaucratic aspects of involuntary care may use up resources needed for outreach, follow-up care, and other services that people request.
	www.naswdc.org /resources/abstracts/abstracts/MentalHealth.asp (318 words)

	Mental Health
		Mental health disorders strike millions of Americans each year.
		If left untreated, a mental health disorder can continue for months or years and may affect your personal relationships, work life and social life.
		To learn more about mental health, select from the topics to your left or see our services.
	medicalcenter.osu.edu /patientcare/healthinformation/diseasesandconditions/mentalhealth (181 words)

	Mental Health \| Harvard Health Publications
		In addition to the monthly Harvard Mental Health Letter, we offer a number of reports dealing with a variety of mental health issues.
		The Harvard Mental Health Letter is a unique resource that covers a wide range of mental health issues and concerns.
		It presents the latest thinking, treatment options, therapies and debate of interest to both mental health care professionals and the concerned public.
	www.health.harvard.edu /Wellness_and_Prevention/Mental_Health.htm (522 words)

	Mental Health America: Mental Health Month 2007: MIND Your Health
		Mental Health America invites you to join us in this important observance.
		Mental disorders in children are just as real, common and treatable as they are in adults.
		Left untreated, children's mental health disorders can lead to problems at home, trouble in school and in the community, substance abuse and even suicide.
	www.mentalhealthamerica.net /go/may (249 words)

	Internet Mental Health
		When people understand that mental disorders are not the result of moral failings or limited will power, but are legitimate illnesses that are responsive to specific treatments, much of the negative stereotyping may dissipate." Mental Health: A Report from the Surgeon General
		Mental health news, magazine articles, booklets, stories of recovery, letters, and editorials.
		Top Scientist At National Institute of Mental Health Faces 1 Year In Prison For Conflict Of Interest Congressional investigators found that another 44 NIMH researchers had similar conflict of interest relationships with drug and biotech companies.
	www.mentalhealth.com /p.html (1596 words)

	Duke Mental Health Services - Mental Health - Dukehealth.org
		Duke University Health System offers an extensive network of mental health services for children, adult and geriatric patients with the goal of providing responsive, affordable, comprehensive mental health care.
		The Health System’s strong psychiatry and behavioral health program is only one of its many mental health services.
		These programs along with the rest of the Health System’s mental health services are conveniently situated in the local community and are regularly sought out by an international audience.
	www.dukehealth.org /Services/Mental (247 words)

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