Welcome. I’ve chosen to share my experiences with depression and my perspective on life in hopes that they will be of benefit to someone. Possibly you.
Feel free to share your thoughts, comments and perspectives, all of them free from judgement. It’s only as a group that we can help lift each other up, build confidence and work to end the stigma that surrounds mental illness.
If you have resources you’ve found helpful and would be a good addition to this list, please let me know.
NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Illness https://www.nami.org/
The National Alliance On Mental Illness is a nationwide grassroots advocacy group, representing people affected by mental illness in the United States. NAMI provides education and advocacy by shaping public policy for those suffering the effects of mental illness
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention https://afsp.org/
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a voluntary health organization established in 1987. It funds research, runs educational programs, advocates for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention, and supports survivors of suicide loss
Active Minds https://www.activeminds.org/
Active Minds is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising mental health awareness among college students, on the peer level. Active Minds was founded by Alison Malmon in 2003, after her older brother died by suicide in 2000
Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line is a global not-for-profit organization providing free crisis intervention via SMS message. The organization's services are available 24 hours a day every day, throughout the US by texting 741741 or Canada by texting 686868.
To Write Love on Her Arms https://twloha.com/
To Write Love on Her Arms is an American non-profit organization which aims to present hope for people struggling with addiction, depression, self-injury and thoughts of suicide while also investing directly into treatment and recovery.
RI International https://riinternational.com/
To create opportunities and environments that empower people to recover, to succeed in accomplishing their goals, and to reconnect to themselves, others, and to meaning and purpose in life.
Verywell Mind https://www.verywellmind.com/
Verywell Mind is an online resource that provides the guidance you need to improve your mental health and find balance. Our library of more than 4,000 pieces of content, created and refined over the past 20+ years, has been written by more than 100 healthcare professionals and industry experts including experienced doctors, therapists, and social workers, and then vetted by board-certified physicians. We give you the resources you need to feel happy and healthy.
Project Semicolon https://projectsemicolon.com/
Project Semicolon is an organization dedicated to the prevention of suicide. Our work is based on the foundation and belief that suicide is preventable and everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide. Through raising public awareness, educating communities, and equipping every person with the right tools, we know we can save lives.
The Recovery Village https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/
The Recovery Village has treatment facilities nationwide for mental illness and substance abuse. Their site also has valuable information on mental health support, co-occurring disorders, and treatment options as well as phone numbers for The Recovery Village, alcohol/drug abuse resources, and other national hotlines.
Drugwatch https://www.drugwatch.com/health/mental-illness/
Drugwatch’s mission is to keep people safe from potentially harmful drugs, medical devices and procedures by informing them of medical conditions, severe side effects and ways to take action. There is a section on health issues including mental health.
MentalHealth.gov https://www.mentalhealth.gov/what-to-look-for/mental-health-substance-use-disorders
More than one in four adults living with serious mental health problems also has a substance use problem. Substance use problems occur more frequently with certain mental health problems
Addiction Treatment Services https://addiction-treatment-services.com/
Mental health issues and substance abuse can often occur together.
Addiction Group https://www.addictiongroup.org/
Alcohol misuse and abuse are widespread issues affecting millions of Americans of all ages and backgrounds. Our team of journalists, researchers, doctors, and medical professionals has created a fact-based resource center on alcohol addiction and treatment. Learn more about causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Addiction Center https://www.addictioncenter.com/Addiction/Depression-and-Addiction/
The symptoms of depression can drive some people toward substance use to cope with their condition. However, consuming drugs or alcohol to self-medicate depression symptoms can increase the risk for addiction. Learn about the causes of addiction and co-occurring depression, and why professional treatment is vital for overcoming both conditions.
Vape Danger https://www.vapedanger.com/
Vaping has gained exponential popularity over the past decade. However, vaping is not safe — in fact, it can cause severe physical injuries and long-term health consequences. Vaping may lead to death, lung injuries, seizures, strokes, battery explosions, and more.
Consumer Safety Guide https://www.consumersafetyguide.com/drugs/ssri/
Consumer Safety Guide is here to help inform the general public of the risks some products, devices, and drugs have on American consumers.
WhistleblowerInfo.com https://www.whistleblowerinfo.com/
Our goal at Whistleblowerinfo.com is to provide the public and our readers with information on qui tam law & how to take action against companies that commit fraud.
*Miss Silverlining does not endorse any of the above resources. They are listed solely as resource links.