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A few recommended links:

From US Dept. of Health and Human Services/SAMHSA:

National Mental Health Information Center

National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information

Mental Illness: What a Difference a Friend Makes

Internet Mental Health free encyclopedia of mental health information

Mental Health America community-based network dedicated to helping all Americans live mentally healthier lives

Screening for Mental Health, Inc. nonprofit organization developed to coordinate nationwide mental health screening programs

EDreferral.com - Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center

Alcoholics Anonymous

AL-ANON and ALATEEN

Rights for Imprisoned People with Psychiatric Disabilities

 

Youth and children:

The Bipolar Child - newsletters, school issues message board, and more from the authors of "The Bipolar Child"

"Joshua Wears a Red Cape" - book about one family's experience with pediatric bipolar disorder

Focus Adolescent Services - an Internet clearinghouse of information, resources, and support

The Jed Foundation - a nonprofit public charity committed to reducing the suicide rate among college and university students

MindYourMind.ca - "This is a place where you can get info, resources and the tools to help you manage stress, crisis and mental health problems. Share what you live and what you know with your friends." For youth by youth.

 

Disability resources:

Disability & SSI - "Apply for disability benefits", from the Social Security Administration

Division of Disability Determination Services - Washington State DSHS

How to prove you are disabled when you have a mental illness

National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives - attorney referral service

 

Local resources:

Washington Community Mental Health Council (make sure to check their Training Calendar periodically!)

Compass Health Crisis Response Services

Skagit County Mental Health Court

Skagit County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fairfax Hospital

List of private mental healthcare providers in Skagit County area (PDF)

List of public mental services in Skagit County area (PDF)

DrRozina.com "Happiness, Stress and Emotional Health" from Shifa Health