CCAC Libraries - Databases A to Z

Anxiety Disorders Association of America: The ADAA's mission is to promote the early diagnosis, treatment and cure of anxiety disorders. They are dedicated to improving the lives of anxiety sufferers. The site provides news releases, statistics, an online newsletter and additional links.
Anxiety Network: The network provides detailed and encompassing information on types of social anxiety, panic attacks and generalized anxiety. Their site also discusses post traumatic stress disorder and obsessive compulsive behavior.
National Institute of Mental Health: Anxiety Disorders: Part of the National Institutes of Health, NIMI strives to reduce mental illness and behavioral disorders through research. Their site provides access to such topics as types of anxiety, research papers, studies of the brain and clinical trials.
MyOptumHealth.com - Anxiety Disorders: Developed by health care professionals, this site's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of definition, descriptions of the types of anxieties, causes & symptoms, diagnosis, diagnostic testing, treatment, a listing of alternative treatments, prognosis and prevention. For more extensive information on anxiety disorders, see Anxiety Disorders -- In Depth.
National Anxiety Foundation: The NAF provides information for educational use only; they make it very clear that this disease requires treatment by a professional. Their site answers questions such as "What are anxiety attacks" "How can I tell if I have one" and "What kind of doctor should I see".

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): The site provides links to information about signs & symptoms, being recently diagnosed and recovery steps.
familydoctor.org - Bipolar Disorder: This site is sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians; all material is written and reviewed by physicians and/or patient education professionals. Topics discussed include the signs and treatment of bipolar disorder and where to get more information.
MayoClinic.com - Bipolar Disorder: Written by the Mayo Clinic staff, information included at this site includes signs & symptoms, causes, risk factors, screening & diagnosis, treatment, coping skills and self-care.
MedlinePlus - Bipolar Disorder: Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, Medline Plus is updated daily and offers extensive information on over 600 diseases and conditions. Topics covered include an overview, diagnosis/symptoms, treatment, clinical trials, prevention/screening, management and research.
MyOptumHealth.com - Bipolar Disorder: This site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of symptoms, signs & tests, complications, treatment, causes, incidence, risk factors and prevention.
National Institute of Mental Health - Publications about Bipolar Disorder: NIMH provide several booklets online detailing the symptoms, treatment, causes and more of the disorder.
National Mental Health Association - Fact Sheet: Bipolar Disorder: The Fact Sheet is available in English and Spanish.

Depression: A list of annotated websites recommended by CCAC librarians.

Academy for Eating Disorders: An International organization, the Academy provides information on the types of eating disorders, the prevalence, consequences and treatment.
Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders, Inc.: Associated with the National Eating Disorders Association, ANRED is a non profit organization of volunteers. The pages at this site are updated monthly and provide basic layman answers to any questions you may have.
MyOptumHealth.com - Eating Disorders: This site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of symptoms, signs & tests, complications, treatment, causes, incidence, risk factors and prevention.
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders: The ANAD provides hotline counseling for those that need immediate support; they also provide referrals and programs for those suffering from eating disorders.
National Eating Disorders Association: The NEDA is dedicated to increasing the public's awareness of eating disorders and supporting access to qualified treatment. The page provides access to a list of treatment referrals, by state, links and resources.

Anxiety Disorders Association of America - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): The ADAA's mission is to promote the early diagnosis, treatment and cure of anxiety disorders. Their page on obsessive compulsive disorder provides a self test to determine if a person is obsessive compulsive, and access to a database to help find a treatment provider.
MedlinePlus - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, Medline Plus is updated daily and offers extensive information on over 600 diseases and conditions. Topics covered include an overview, clinical trails, specific conditions/aspects, research, treatment and genetics.
MyOptumHealth.com - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: This site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of symptoms, signs & tests, complications, treatment, causes, incidence, risk factors and prevention.
National Institute of Mental Health - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Part of the National Institutes of Health, NIMI strives to reduce mental illness and behavioral disorders through research. Their site provides access to such topics as "What causes OCD?," "Treatment of OCD," and "Key Features of OCD".
Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation: Founded in 1986, the OCF has a current membership of over 10,000. It is a non-profit organization whose goals are to raise public awareness of obsessive-compulsive disorder, provide assistance to those afflicted, and to support research into the causes and treatment of the disorder.
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD): Ranked "best of the best" in U.S. News & World Reports best hospitals honor role for five consecutive years, UPMC is the leading health care system in Western Pennsylvania. Their page provides access to an overview of obsessive compulsive behavior, diagnostic criteria, treatment options, research and resources.

American Psychiatric Association - When Disaster Strikes: The APA provides a layman's terms fact sheet that discusses the facts, symptoms and treatment of PTSD.
MyOptumHealth.com - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: This site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of symptoms, signs & tests, complications, treatment, causes, incidence, risk factors and prevention.
National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: The National Center for PTSD was originally established to enhance the clinical care and social welfare of veterans. During the past twenty years, PTSD has been recognized in people other than veterans. This site serves as an educational resource for all people suffering from PTSD.
Nation's Voice on Mental Illness - Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome: NAMI is a nonprofit organization that deals with all types of mental illness. Their site offers a concise explanation of PTSD covering the prevalence, symptoms and treatment of the disorder.
PTSD Alliance: The PTSD Alliance consists of professional and advocacy organizations that provide educational materials to those suffering from PTSD, to anyone who may develop the condition, and to medical and health professionals.

Health A to Z - Schizophrenia: Developed by health care professionals, Health A to Z's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of definition, descriptions of five types of schizophrenia, causes & symptoms, treatment, medications and prognosis.
MedlinePlus - Schizophrenia: Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, Medline Plus is updated daily and offers extensive information on over 600 diseases and conditions. Topics covered include an overview, clinical trails, diagnosis/symptoms, specific conditions/aspects, treatment and genetics.
National Institute of Mental Health - Schizophrenia: NIMH provides several pamphlets and fact sheets covering all aspects of schizophrenia.
National Alliance on Mental Illness - Schizophrenia: NAMI is a nonprofit organization that deals with all types of mental illness. Their site offers a concise explanation of schizophrenia covering the prevalence, symptoms and treatment of the disorder.
World Fellowships for Schizophrenia and Allied Disorders: Founded in 1982, the WFSAD provides direct service to individuals in the form of running self-help groups, conducting workshops, producing educational materials, managing research funds and influencing government policy. Their site provides information on activities, publications and resources.

American Self Harm Information Clearinghouse: The first step in coping with self mutilation is information - reliable information about what self injury is, who does it and why. ASHR's goal is to provide accurate information to those who want and need it.
Focus Adolescent Services: Focus Adolescent Services is an information clearinghouse whose goal is to provide educational information, thereby empowering individuals to start a healing process.
Health A to Z - Self Mutilation: Developed by health care professionals, Health A to Z's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of definition, description, causes & symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention

Health A to Z - Substance Abuse and Dependency: Developed by health care professionals, Health A to Z's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of definition, description, causes & symptoms, diagnosis. treatment, alternative treatment, prognosis and prevention.
National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University: CASA and its work are unique in that it is the only national organization where are forms of substance abuse - alcohol, nicotine and all types of drugs - are studied. The 70 interdisciplinary professionals who comprise CASA are dedicated to informing Americans about drug abuse and determining what will work best in prevention and treatment.
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence: The NCADD was founded in 1944 by Mary Mann, a member of Alcoholics Anonymous; she strove to educate the public about alcoholism - that it is a disease and can be treated. At their site, access is provided to facts, links, news, programs and publications.
National Institute on Drug Abuse: Established in 1974, NIDA's primary goal is to use research and science to control drug abuse and addiction - it supports 85% of the world's drug research. The site provides access to announcements, publications, web sites and information grouped into headings of professional, students, and parents. The Institute's Research Reports may be viewed also.
Overcoming Drug and Alcohol Abuse: The American Occupational Therapy Association has complied tip sheets for various conditions with which occupational therapists work. They address such areas as what an occupational therapist can do, what the person affected and their family can do, and where to find more information.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: SAMHSA is an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services. It was created specifically to reduce the amount of illness, death and disability resulting from substance abuse. It provides access to mental health services, statistics and resources.