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General mental health information
Nearly half of all college students report feeling so depressed that they can’t function during the school year. In order to initiate a public dialogue to raise awareness about the prevalence of mental health issues on campus mtvU and The Jed Foundation have teamed up to create this website. View videos of those who have struggled with mental illness, obtain resources and information on various mental illnesses, and help raise awareness for mental health issues among college student.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s website offers information about mental health treatment through the website, publications, and additional resources. Find the latest studies, news, resources and events related to mental health. Also locate treatment facilities and national resources.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. This website offers information, education, support and referrals.
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This website offers information on mental health issues, research findings, statistics, and publications as well as research opportunities.
The Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services Board of Stark County website offers information and services available in the Stark county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.
The Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Board of Summit County website offers information and services available in the Summit county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.
Eating disorders
http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is dedicated to providing education, resources and support to those affected by eating disorders. Through this site you can find information and resources for healthy eating, body image, and assorted other topics. Find ways to get involved, research findings, and new releases as well.
Substance use and recovery resources
https://cantonaa.com/meetings/
This is a direct link to the local AA meetings available through the Canton Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous.
This is a direct link to the local AA meetings available through the Akron Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s website offers information on drug and alcohol treatment, current statistics, news publications and more.
The Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services Board of Stark County website offers information and services available in the Stark county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.
The Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Board of Summit County website offers information and services available in the Summit county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.
Suicide prevention
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline offers information on suicide, resources for getting help, crisis centers in your area and ways to get involved.
Suicide Awareness Voices and Education is an organization whose mission is to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, reduce stigma, and serve as a resource for those touched by suicide. On this site you can find information for coping with loss, information on suicide and depression.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers educational resources, information on suicide, surviving suicide loss, advocacy, and current news and events.
Sexual assault, intimate partner violence, rape crisis
Domestic Violence Project Inc. offers information and resources for Stark county residents and victims of domestic and inti-mate partner violence. Services include 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, outreach and aftercare, legal advocacy, transi-tional housing, and medical advocacy.
https://www.compassrapecrisis.org/
COMPASS provides support services including crisis intervention, hospital advocacy, justice system advocacy, individual and group counseling as well as education, and prevention services to Stark, Tuscarawas and Carroll County communities and residents.
https://hopeandhealingresources.org/
Hope and Healing Resource Center of Summit and Medina counties encompasses both the Battered Women’s Shelter and the Rape Crisis Center and offers a variety of support, services, and resources.
RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.
Useful apps
View tools for coping for a listing of mobile apps available for help.
Helpful YouTube videos
5 minute quick anxiety reduction – guided mindfulness meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MR57rug8NsM
Deep breathing exercise
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3g-evIsaFw
Stress management basics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnpQrMqDoqE
4 stress management techniques
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwtyWH51Kf4
Daily habits to prevent depression during stressful times – Coronavirus or Covid-19 depression
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsQ02zc3mQ0
Why to contact the crisis text line
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKqigxlAjTo&list=PLcBk3gkOJlGIUxqC4eNG28dglTudseh1j&index=15
The Ohio State Counseling and Consultation Services
Mental Health Strategies video series
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ_ENMHJ6VyT8etHsR0vz9xOKYzdxJQoL
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services: Suicide Prevention for Ohioans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLveO32ePkQ&list=PLUSREKNkPKOMyqOd5_HFw901NpxZo3Ssi&index=2&t=0s
Stories of recovery:
Rhett Miller’s Reason to Call (1:06) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_NZisI21fI&t=7s
The Terry Wise Story (3:31) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlXRavVgxJY&t=49s
Rob Delaney’s Reason to Call (2:58) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOPeKYsCQhY&t=11s
Jordan’s Reason to Call (1:18) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8wuc1MMp-4&t=10s
Scott’s Reason to Call (3:01) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxv32oq-tnw
John Draper’s Reason to Call (1:14) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=871mzEXfJBY
Additional websites/resources
Psych Central
A one stop index for psychology, support, and mental health issues, resources, and people on the Internet. Nothing here is meant to replace professional advice or care from a licensed mental health practitioner.
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services offers information and services available throughout the state of Ohio as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.
National Depression Hotline
NationalDepressionHotline.org is a free resource that helps people find the correct Mental Health and Crisis Hotlines in their area. Our goal is to provide free resources for people struggling with depression.
