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Anxiety & Phobia workbook Software. A user friendly system which keeps track of medication, log daily events, keep a record of symptoms, monitor therapy and even chart the progress of your recovery. Relative records are also available to show to your doctors or therapists. Totally customized. should be useful for people suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hypochondria, Panic Disorder, Clinical Depression, Specific Phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Social Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and an array of other anxiety-related disorders.
The affects of stress on the body.
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Depression is a serious, often life-threatening illness that could affect you at any period of your life.
Depression could result in thoughts of helplessness and suicide that could affect you at any period of your life.
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TrappedMinds.org; suffering depression, anxiety and various mood disorders. |
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Moodgym A on-line Delivery of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for preventing depression. The 'Moodgym' is a self-help interactive website designed to help you work out what you are feeling. It is one of the few free CBT programs available on the Internet. The programme was developed by the Centre for Mental Health Research at the Australian National University and uses Cognitive Behaviour therapy to teach people an important basic concept about their thinking: that you have a choice about your thoughts.
re-quest facts 'n' stats Facts and statistics. There’s a lot of stigma and ignorance surrounding mental health problems, often making those in need of help reluctant to talk to anyone about how they feel. Read the facts and dispel the myths of mental illness.
Patient Linx site for health consumers looking for trustworthy medical information online, provides patient-friendly content covering 36 health conditions, including women’s health, depression, erectile difficulties, and hypertension. Patient Linx ’s award-winning content is aggregated from the top medical journals and lay resources, and edited by physicians. Patient Linx users can find diagnostic information, disease management tips, drug reference guides, and links to support services and clinical trials
Hamilton rating scale for depression (PDF format)
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Depression could result in thoughts of helplessness and suicide that could affect you at any period of your life.
Try to take some positive action, try to hand on to life depression and suicidal thoughts are not likely to last for ever.
Remember the times you have felt depressed before and how you have felt better later on.
Try to think of what has triggered the depression and suicidal thoughts.
Papyrus HopeLineUK. Helping YOU to Help Prevent Young Suicide.
Suicide Prevention Strategy for England Department of Health
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
SAVE•Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
Suicide and Suicide Prevention
Suicide - Hot Lines & Prevention. Safer Child Inc
Young People and Suicide Information Sheet
Bullying and suicide. Suicide statistics, child suicide, teen suicide, youth suicide, suicide help, mental health, suicide prevention. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bully on line
The Kristin Brooks Hope Center (KBHC) corporate office does not provide individual crisis consultations or referrals to specific mental health services and service providers.
The National Confidential Inquiry A research project funded largely by the National Patient Safety Agency (NPSA). Other funders are the Scottish Executive and the Health and Social services in Northern Ireland.
Paul's Tips. Just over ten years ago, I wasn't feeling too good about things in general. Life seemed to have no meaning, and good advice was hard to find. Since then, things have really turned around. Now, I'm happier and more content than ever. I also understand a lot more about how the world works and what life's all about. I'd almost forgotten how tough things were when I was confused and miserable all those years ago. To give something back, here's my collection of "what I wish I knew ten years ago". I hope they help you in your search for happiness
re-quest facts 'n' stats Facts and statistics. There’s a lot of stigma and ignorance surrounding mental health problems, often making those in need of help reluctant to talk to anyone about how they feel. Read the facts and dispel the myths of mental illness.
Net Doctor facts about suicide
THE SAMARITANS are available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide. 10 The Grove Slough Berkshire SL1 1QP Tel: +44 (0) 8457 90 90 90 (UK) Tel: 1850% 60 90 90 (Ireland) Enquiries: +44 (0) 1753 216 50%0
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Hypnosis & hypnotherapy may be used.
Virtual Hypnotist is a free, open source, interactive hypnosis program. It includes features such as voice recognition, speech synthesis, subliminal messages, completely customizable scripts (featuring a unique scripting language), videos, audio, and lots more. Its purpose is to simulate a real hypnosis session as much as possible.
Hypnotherapy Psychotherapy Counselling NLP & EFT In Manchester, Cheshire & Lancashire Areas
National Council for Hypnotherapy Umbrella organisation for non-medical hypnotherapists PO Box 5779 Burton on the Wolds Loughborough LE12 5ZF Freephone 0800 952 0545
British Psychological Society St Andrews House 48 Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DR Tel 0116 254 9568
British Society of Medical and Dental Hypnosis Doctors and Dentists practising hypnosis 4 Kirkwood Avenue Cookridge Leeds LS16 7JU Tel 07000 560 309
Naturalhealthweb Hypnotherapy Links
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Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists Mere Complementary Practice Castle Street Mere Wiltshire BA12 6JE |
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Society of Auricular Acupuncturists
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Association of Reflexologists 27 Old Gloucester Street London WC1N 3XX |
The British Reflexology Assciation
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Provides information and a directory of the following reflexology associations: International Federation of Reflexologists Holistic Association of Reflexologists Reflexologists Society Scottish Institute of Reflexology. PO Box 2074 Seaford BN25 1HQ |
Aromatherapy Organisations Council
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International Society of Professional Aromatherapists ISPA House 82 Ashby Road Hinckley Leics LE10 1SN |
International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA) 82 Ashby Road Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 1SN |
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British Register of Complementary Practitioners (BRCP)
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Foundation for Integrated Medicine (FIM)
Integrated Medicine couples the latest scientific advances with the most profound insights of ancient healing systems, giving you the best ways to preserve health, increase longevity and speed recovery from illness. Integrated Medicine is a revolutionary approach to healing people — not just treating diseases — using the unique tool called person-centered diagnosis |
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British Holistic Medical Association To educate doctors, medical students, allied health professionals and members of the general public in the principles and practice of holistic medicine The BHMA is an open association of mainstream healthcare professionals, CAM Practitioners and members of the public who want to adopt a more holistic approach in their own life and work. Please note that we do not endorse, accredit or recommend individual practitioners or organisations. |
The International Association of Colour (IAC)
A professional association for colour therapy practitioners and healers, students and colour training centres. It is actively involved with the Institute for Complementary Medicine (ICM) and Foundation for Integrated Medicine (FIM) in setting standards of training, and the regulation of practitioners. To the public, IAC is an information resource on all aspects of colour and light - therapeutic, artistic, and scientific. IAC is supported by membership and does not make a profit. |
INTAR is the International Network of Treatment Alternatives for Recovery, dedicated to promoting and supporting alternatives to medical treatment for people who have been diagnosed with mental illness.
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Only use medication that has been prescribed for you. Only obtain a prescribed medication from a reliable and turstworthy source of professionals and only use as prescribed.
Online Drugs Directory Dedicated in providing updated information of drugs on the internet. The information include precautions, uses, side effects, drugs interaction and etc. In addition, our aim is also to present quality results for you by sorting through the masses of confusing information on the Internet with regards to buying drugs online.
Haalth A to Z Anti-anxiety drugs
US FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) (UK) is the government agency which is responsible for ensuring that medicines and medical devices work, and are acceptably safe.
ClinicalTrials.gov provides regularly updated information about federally and privately supported clinical research in human volunteers. ClinicalTrials.gov gives you information about a trial's purpose, who may participate, locations, and phone numbers for more details. The information provided on ClinicalTrials.gov should be used in conjunction with advice from health care professionals
DrugDigest is a noncommercial, evidence-based, consumer health and drug information site dedicated to empowering consumers to make informed choices about drugs and treatment options.
Prozac Drug Truth Most people coming to this Web Site want to find a way to get off their psychotropic medication, stay on their medication but handle the side effects or they are looking for information about psychotropic medication before starting. We urge you to use the offered help of James Harper, author of the best selling book The Road Back - How to Get Off Drugs Safely. Prozac Truth Adderall Ambien Ativan Clonazepam Cymbalta Celexa Effexor Glutathione Haldol Lexapro Paxil-Seroxat Prozac Sarafem Wellbutrin Zoloft Ritalin Risperdal Zyprexa Strattera Sleep Problems Depression Omega 3 Media Relations How to Taper Off Medications How to Lose Weight Caused by Antidepressants PMS Answers and Solutions
British Association for Psychopharmacology (BAP) receives many queries from members of the general public, from health professionals and journalists on matters related to pre-clinical and clinical psychopharmacology. Psychopharmacology is the study of the affects of drugs on mood, sensation, consciousness, or other psychological or behavioral functions.
Depression (Prozac Drug Truth)
You're scared of what? By Ross Chainey, Health Editor. Around 16 million Brits suffer from phobias, from the usual fear of spiders to irrational horror at the sight of a plate of peas. As scientists reveal a pill that could cure phobias, MSN Health takes a look at the bizarre list of recognised phobias and examines why we develop them in the first place. University of Unizh Phobia Cortisol site search Royal College of Psychiatrists Cortisol Phobia site search
Patient Linx site for health consumers looking for trustworthy medical information online, provides patient-friendly content covering 36 health conditions, including women’s health, depression, erectile difficulties, and hypertension. Patient Linx ’s award-winning content is aggregated from the top medical journals and lay resources, and edited by physicians. Patient Linx users can find diagnostic information, disease management tips, drug reference guides, and links to support services and clinical trials.
Pharmacy certification programs:-
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence. NICE is an independent organisation responsible for providing national guidance on promoting good health and preventing and treating ill health.
Pharmacy Checker Verification Program was established in 2003 to help consumers find qualified online pharmacies. The PharmacyChecker Seal indicates that a website markets prescription drugs dispensed from a pharmacy in good standing.
The Canadian International Pharmacy Association (CIPA) represents legitimate and licensed Canadian pharmacies that provide services to patients internationally. Since November 2002, CIPA has been the voice of Canadian international pharmacies at home and abroad. The CIPA seal assures consumers that they are dealing with a CIPA member who has agreed to maintain some of the highest standards in the world. CIPA members are required to follow CIPA’s strict safety standards.
Internet Mailorder Pharmacy Accreditation Commistion ,IMPAC™ is dedicated to the promotion of consumer safety and quality improvement. Their Goals: Define quality and safety in a single set of domestic and international standards. Promote consumer safety through a standardized accreditation process. Improve service performance. Provide a mechanism to assist the federal and state governmental agencies and professional and trade associations with quality and safety oversight.
The Verified-Accredited Wholesale Distributors® (VAWD®) Program Information NABP was established in 1904 to assist state licensing boards in developing, implementing, and enforcing uniform standards to protect the Public Health. Pharmacy boards from 50 United states, the District of Columbia, three US territories, eight Canadian provinces, two Australian states, and South Africa make up the Association membership. In response to public concern of the safety of pharmacy practices on the Internet, the Association developed the Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites™ (VIPPS) program in the spring of 1999. A coalition of state and federal regulatory associations, professional associations, and consumer advocacy groups provided their expertise in developing the criteria that VIPPS-certified pharmacies follow. To be VIPPS certified, a pharmacy must comply with the licensing and inspection requirements of their state and each state to which they dispense pharmaceuticals. In addition, pharmacies displaying the VIPPS seal have demonstrated to NABP compliance with VIPPS criteria including patient rights to privacy, authentication and security of prescription orders, adherence to a recognized quality assurance policy, and provision of meaningful consultation between patients and pharmacists.
National Association of Boards of Pharmacy NAPAC NABP was established in 1904 to assist state licensing boards in developing, implementing, and enforcing uniform standards to protect the Public Health. Pharmacy boards from 50 United states, the District of Columbia, three US territories, eight Canadian provinces, two Australian states, and South Africa make up the Association membership.
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Department of Metal Health Next steps for Mental Health Bill (UK)
Rethink. Support for people with Severe mental illness... Working together to help everyone affected by severe mental illness, including schizophrenia, to recover a better quality of life. Also supports political campaigns in the United Kingdom to the welfare of those with mental health problems.Rethink Head Office 5th Floor Royal London House 22-25 Finsbury Square London EC2A 1DX Tel: 0845 456 0455 Fax: 020 7330 9102
American Psychiatric Association
National Institute of Metal Health
National Institute for Mental Health in England (NIMHE) NIMHE knowledge sharing for mental health service improvement NIMHE Mental Health Services Links
Centre for Mental Health Research
Anxiety Care is a registered charity based in East London that specialists in helping people to recover from anxiety disorders and to maintain that recovery.
Mental Health & Self-Help Resources
Mark Walton Some Metal Health information.
American Psychological Association Help Center is your online resource for brochures, tips and articles on the psychological issues that affect your physical and emotional well-being, as well as information about referrals.
U.S. National Library of Medicine
MedlinePlus MedlinePlus will direct you to information to help answer health questions. MedlinePlus brings together authoritative information from NLM, National Institutes of Health, (NIH), and other government agencies and health-related organizations. Preformulated MEDLINE searches are included in MedlinePlus and give easy access to medical journal articles. MedlinePlus also has extensive information about drugs, an illustrated medical encyclopedia, interactive patient tutorials, and latest health news.
Excerpts from Relaxation CD The Ulster Community & Hospitals Trust aims to promote and improve the health and well being of residents in the Trusts catchment area North Down & Ards, Castlereagh and East Belfast. The Trust is an integrated organisation and thus provides a mix of both acute hospital services and community health and social services.
Web4health.info Answers to more than 900 questions about psychology, mental health and relationships, written by a team of experts appointed by the Commission of the European Communities.
Pulmonary Hypertension Association UK Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) is a rare lung disorder in which the blood pressure in the pulmonary artery rises far above normal levels. At the same time as the pressure rises, the walls of the network of blood vessels (pulmonary arteries) become thicker. What triggers the pulmonary arteries to thicken is not known in a lot of cases.
American Society of Hypertension, Inc.
Medicine Net Medications A-Z List
Psychological Research Foundation, Inc.
The Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) is the Federal agency within the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that leads national efforts to improve prevention and mental health treatment services for all Americans. CMHS pursues its mission by helping States improve and increase the quality and range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services for people with mental health problems, their families, and communities
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Center for Mental Health Services. Center for Substance Abuse Prevention. Center for Substance Abuse Treatment.
You're scared of what? By Ross Chainey, Health Editor. Around 16 million Brits suffer from phobias, from the usual fear of spiders to irrational horror at the sight of a plate of peas. As scientists reveal a pill that could cure phobias, MSN Health takes a look at the bizarre list of recognised phobias and examines why we develop them in the first place. University of Unizh Phobia Cortisol site search Royal College of Psychiatrists Cortisol Phobia site search Also read Drug Treatment
Stress News is the journal of the UK branch of the International Stress Management Association UK. It is published 4 times a year and is provided free to members or to others on subscription
The National Electronic Library for Mental Health
Wrong Diagnosis Symptoms, Diseases and Diagnosis This web site focuses on symptoms, diagnosis, misdiagnosis, and treatment of more than 2,000 diseases and 700 medical symptoms.
The Undiagnosed Symptoms Forum
National mental health organisations and resources (Oxford Brookes University)
Attacking Anxiety and Depression: Resource Learning Center
Specialistinfo Database of UK Consultants and GPs for use by Doctors, Medical Secretaries and Practice Staff, Healthcare Professionals, Pharmaceutical Companies, Medico-Legal Law Firms, and Health Charities. It can also be used to provide Patient Choice.
Specialistinfo Index To Charities And Support Groups.
re-quest.org.uk, a website for young men in North East England, (UK), affected by mental health problems. (Links) ( Useful contacts information )
National Heath Service (NHS)
NHSDirectNHS Centre for Reviews and Dissemination
National Hospital Episode Statistics (HES)
Government
Department of HealthCCTA Government Information service: the open government site
Government Statistical Service
Healthcare Organisations
British Medical Association
Royal Colleges and Societies
Royal College of AnaestheticsRoyal College of General Practitioners
Royal College of Nursing Research and Development Co-ordinating Centre
Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
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British Medical Journal
Bio Psychiatry (BLCT) (HedWeb) The Responsible Parent's Guide To Healthy Mood-Boosters For All The Family.
Sugar increases stress. When we're under stress, our stress hormone levels rise. These chemicals are the body's fight or flight to prepare the body for an attack or an escape. These chemicals are also called into action when blood sugar is low. A diet could effect this after, for example, eating a chocolate bar the blood sugar in your body may rise. The body may then try to offset or counterbalance for this by releasing stress hormones such as adrenaline, epinephrine and cortisol. These stress hormones hormones can make us feel anxious, irritable and nervous.
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) (UK) is the government agency which is responsible for ensuring that medicines and medical devices work, and are acceptably safe.
Behavioral and Brain Sciences (Cambridge Journals.) Behavioral and Brain Sciences. BBS is the internationally renowned journal with the innovative format known as Open Peer Commentary. Particularly significant and controversial pieces of work are published from researchers in any area of psychology, neuroscience, behavioural biology or cognitive science, together with 10–25 commentaries on each article from specialists within and across these disciplines, plus the author's response to them. The result is a fascinating and unique forum for the communication, criticism, stimulation, and particularly the unification of research in behavioural and brain sciences from molecular neurobiology to artificial intelligence and the philosophy of the mind. As Cambridge continues its philosophy of moving towards fully online submission, refereeing and commentary, see preprints of articles currently undergoing commentary at BBS online
Ability There are over 8.5 million disabled people in the UK Alone. The Ability Project aim is to show that quality of life is related to how free a person is to make their own choices and for a significant number of disabled people computer technology and the Internet holds the keys to those choices. Panic Anxiety Panic Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a potentially disabling condition that can persist throughout a person's life. The individual who suffers from OCD becomes trapped in a pattern of repetitive thoughts and behaviors that are unproductive, distressing, and extremely difficult to overcome. OCD can severely disrupt a person's capacity to function at work, at school, or even at home. People with OCD usually have considerable insight into their own problems. Most of the time, they know that their obsessive thoughts are senseless or exaggerated and that their compulsive behaviors are not really necessary.
Health and Safety Executive. Management standards for work-related stress. Why should you read this? Work-related stress is a major cause of occupational ill health. That means sickness absence, high staff turnover and poor performance in your organisation. HSE’s Management Standards will help you, your employees and their representatives manage the issue sensibly and minimise the impact of work-related stress on your business. In fact, it might help you improve organisational performance.
MAGNUM: Migraine Awareness Group A National Understanding for Migraineurs, was created to bring public awareness utilizing the electronic, print and artistic mediums, to the fact that Migraine is a true biologic neurological disease, to assist Migraine sufferers, their families, and coworkers, and to help improve the quality of life of Migraine sufferers worldwide
The MDLinx Network is your complete medical resource! We provide medical professionals and patients the top daily medical news.
Patient Linx site for health consumers looking for trustworthy medical information online, provides patient-friendly content covering 36 health conditions, including women’s health, depression, erectile difficulties, and hypertension. Patient Linx ’s award-winning content is aggregated from the top medical journals and lay resources, and edited by physicians. Patient Linx users can find diagnostic information, disease management tips, drug reference guides, and links to support services and clinical trials.
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Cruse Bereavement Care exists to promote the well-being of bereaved people and to enable anyone bereaved by death to understand their grief and cope with their loss. The organisation provides counselling and support. It offers information, advice, education and training services.
BEDFRIENDERS INTERNATIONAL Provide information on the Internet of Befrienders International in 41 countries (1,700 suicide and emotional helplines worldwide). International Central Office 26/27 Kingston Upon Thames Surrey KT1 1JH
re-quest.org.uk, a website for young men in North East England, (UK), affected by mental health problems. (Links) ( Useful contacts information )
re-quest facts 'n' stats Facts and statistics. There’s a lot of stigma and ignorance surrounding mental health problems, often making those in need of help reluctant to talk to anyone about how they feel. Read the facts and dispel the myths of mental illness.
Disability and Carers Service Attendance Allowance, Carer's Allowance, Disability Living Allowance.
Web Health Professional Bodies List of Professional Bodies
The United Kingdom Parliament homepage
Direct Government is the place to turn for the widest range of government information and services. Browse by audience groups such as 'disabled people' and 'parents' or by topics including 'money, tax and benefits', 'employment', 'education and learning' and 'motoring'. Or you can access definitive government directories or use the search engine. Book a driving test, tax your car, renew your passport, find out about child safety, parental leave, special educational needs and lots more. The site has content for motorists, parents, and disabled people together with broader information for other clearly identified customer groups such as Britons living abroad and the over 50%s. The content will continue to expand in the future. As well as government departments, the site links through to relevant third parties which can offer additional trusted advice and support.
Citizens Advice helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free, independent and confidential advice, and by influencing policymakers. Every Citizens Advice Bureau is a registered charity reliant on trained volunteers and funds to provide these vital services for local communities
European Court of Human Rights Council of Europe 67075 Strasbourg-Cedex France Tel: +33 (0)3 88 41 20 18 Fax: +33 (0)3 88 41 27 30
Disablity Rights Commission FREEPOST MID02164 Stratford upon Avon CV37 9BR Telephone: 08457 622 633 Textphone: 08457 622 644 Fax: 08457 778 878
National Mental Health Awareness Campaign stigma of mental illness that may prevent people in crisis from seeking help. National Mental Health Awareness Campaign stigma of mental illness that may prevent people in crisis from seeking help.Anxiety & Phobia workbook Software. A user friendly system which keeps track of medication, log daily events, keep a record of symptoms, monitor therapy and even chart the progress of your recovery. Relative records are also available to show to your doctors or therapists. Totally customized. should be useful for people suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hypochondria, Panic Disorder, Clinical Depression, Specific Phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Social Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and an array of other anxiety-related disorders.
Mental Health Stigma Examination Mental health stigma is discussed from many different sources.
Stigma Watch This stigma has tragic consequences. Many people with mental health problems ... The National Mental Health Association’s Stigma Watch program tracks news ...
Social Exclusion Unit Social Exclusion Unit TIME TO TACKLE THE STIGMA OF MENTAL HEALTH - ROOKER | News | | Time to tackle the stigma of ... A new guide calling on employers and public and voluntary organisations to tackle the stigma of mental health was published today by the Social Exclusion Unit
Shifting Attitudes and Behaviour to Mental Health. Live reporting from the SHIFT conference 2006, Palace Hotel, Manchester.
Anti Stigma and Discrimination led by NIMHE Central National Institute for Mental Health in England (NIMHE)
InfoRetriever provides clinicians with the best available evidence as they practice. Daily InfoPOEMs® alert them to the latest developments in clinical medicine research.
Incredible Horizons ADHD Pages. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Attention Programs? New learning technology gives us the ability to monitor and teach learning & attention skills for those with attention deficit disorder problems, such as with learning disorders like ASD, ADD, ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, CAPD, & Hyperactivity. This allows us to provide healthy treatment alternatives that can enhance confidence and optimize attention, memory & learning skills for school and in life
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) was co-founded in 1969 by the Church of Scientology and Dr. Thomas Szasz, Professor of Psychiatry Emeritus at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, to investigate and expose psychiatric violations of human rights. Today, it has more than 135 chapters in 34 countries.
The Office of Public Sector Information is at the heart of information policy, setting standards, delivering access and encouraging re-use of public sector information. We provide online access to UK legislation, license the re-use of Crown copyright material, manage the Information Fair Trader Scheme, maintain the Government’s Information Asset Register and provide advice and guidance on official publishing and Crown copyright.
Mental Health Foundation. Policies on mental health issues. Provides links to key policy statements on the subject of mental health in England, including responses to those statements from the Mental Health Foundation.
Medic8.com - Your trusted source for health information online.
Disability Discrimination Act (1995) (c50%)
Healthfinder is an award-winning Federal Web site for consumers, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services together with other Federal agencies.
Department for Works and Pensions Manly employment related issues. Claims to promotes opportunity and independence for all through modern, customer-focused services. We help people to achieve their potential through employment, so that they are able to provide for their children and to work and save for secure retirement. Related organisations Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) websites Government departments and bodies Local office search
Department for Works and Pensions Parliamentary Relations Unit Richmond House 79 Whitehall London SW1A 2NS
Association for Humanistic Psychology in Britain; a registered charity which promotes and applies a holistic understanding of people. Humanistic Psychology has relevance for people as individuals and communities (domestic, social and work-related) as well as for the larger society and culture within which we all interact.
The Natural Death Centre is a charitable project launched in Britain in 1991. It aims to support those dying at home and their carers and to help people to arrange inexpensive, Do-It-Yourself and environmentally-friendly funerals. It has a more general aim of helping to improve the quality of dying.
BioMed Central. Publisher of more than 150% peer-reviewed open access journals. Over 140 open access journals covering all areas of biology and medicine.
ClinicalTrials.gov provides regularly updated information about federally and privately supported clinical research in human volunteers. ClinicalTrials.gov gives you information about a trial's purpose, who may participate, locations, and phone numbers for more details. The information provided on ClinicalTrials.gov should be used in conjunction with advice from health care professionals
A Guide to Psychology and its Practice. Free information about the practice of Clinical Psychology.
Personal Health & Self Help Directory
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Medem has created the nation's premier physician-patient communications network, designed to facilitate online access to information and care for more than 90,000 physicians, their practices, and their patients.
The affects of stress on the body.
Electro Convulsive Therapy, Electroconvulsive Therapy, ECT. Electro Shock Therapy.
Neurosurgery for mental disorder (psychosurgery)
(MIND). Neurosurgery for mental disorder (NMD), is a neurosurgical treatment on
the frontal lobes of the brain (the part behind the forehead), involving the
limbic system. The limbic system is a part of the brain concerned with functions
not under conscious control, and with emotional response. NMD is not generally
carried out to alter behaviour. It is usually used to treat severe,
incapacitating, non-schizophrenic mood disorders when all other attempts at
treatment have failed and the alternative is continuing suffering for the
patient. Nowadays, it is most commonly used to treat severe depression and
obsessive compulsive disorder. It is not considered to be curative, and people
who undergo NMD will probably continue to need psychiatric support following the
procedure even if it is considered to be a success.
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The American Neurological Association is a professional society of academic neurologists and neuroscientists devoted to advancing the goals of academic neurology; to training and educating neurologists and other physicians in the neurologic sciences; and to expanding both our understanding of diseases of the nervous system and our ability to treat them. The American Neuropsychiatric Association On line
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Affirmations are POSITIVE WORDS AND PHRASES that you repeat to yourself a number of times. The Idea is that if you say it enough, you will start to believe it.
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Have you heard these words before ? "Pull yourself together," these are Negative messages which you should counteract with positive self messages.
The affects of stress on the body.
Laughter may be the best medicine try taking a look at this Crazy Dancing Sheep
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