Parenting Resources

These resources have been compiled by Empowering Parents and the Parental Support Line staff to help families who may be facing a crisis or who have a problem that needs professional attention.

ADHD:

National Institute of Mental Health
ADHD Information and publications, including symptoms, diagnosis, causes and treatment. Also includes links to resource books.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/adhd/complete-publication.shtml

Boot Camps:

National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs
For information on “boot camps” for children and adolescents. Site includes referrals and a program directory.
http://www.natsap.org/
928-443-9505


Bullying:

Stop Bullying Now:
A program from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
This site offers useful tips for parents and kids about what to do when kids are being bullied, or when they have become bullies themselves.
http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/index.asp?area=main


Teens Health:
Website that supplies answers to teens' questions, with one section devoted to bullying.
Also in Spanish.
http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/problems/bullies.html


Kids Health:
Answers questions for parents and kids about bullying and other topics.
http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/emotions/behavior/bullies.html


Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use:
Information on cyberbullying, and guidance for parents and teachers on effective strategies for children using the Internet.
www.cyberbully.org



Depression and other Mental Disorders:

National Institute of Mental Health –
For parents who need help identifying what depression, bipolar and other mental disorders look like in a child. Also offers news and latest research on mental health.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/


Eating Disorders:

National Eating Disorders Association
For referrals to treatment centers, general information about eating disorders, videos, books and more.
www.edap.org
Help hotline: 800-931-2237.

Other websites:

www.nationaleatingdisorders.com

www.medicinenet.com/anorexia_nervosa/index.htm

www.something-fishy.org

ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder):

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Facts for families on ODD, including information on evaluating your child, and links to publications on the subject of ODD.
http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/facts_for_families/children_with_oppositional_defiant_disorder


Substance Abuse:

National Institute on Drug Abuse (from the National Institute of Health)
For those needing help identifying and evaluating if their child is abusing drugs and/or alcohol. This organization also offers free publications and pamphlets.
http://www.nida.nih.gov/

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
For questions about substance abuse and mental health. News, email updates and FAQs for parents.
http://www.samhsa.gov/

Suicide Prevention:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
A 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service.
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
1-800-273-TALK (8255)


Teen Suicide Information Center
This website features warning signs, suicide prevention, and ways to help teens who may be suicidal.
http://schools.lwsd.org/lwhs/counseling/teensuicide/index.htm



And don’t forget these resources:

Pediatrician or Family Doctor: For questions regarding toilet training, child's abnormal sleeping and/or eating patterns.

Psychiatrist/Psychologist: For questions surrounding child's medications and behavior.

Police:  When a child or teen is physically abusive or the family is unsafe with the child in the home.

The Department of Child Services/Social Services/Human Services:  Varies from state to state. For questions regarding laws in your state around "spanking," emancipation, etc.

211 Hotline: Many states have established the 211 Hotline as a resource for its residents. The 211 Hotline can make it easier to locate where to go for help and get information for any problem or crisis.