Narcotics Anonymous
Worldwide services for overcoming drug addiction, including searchable database of local meetings and support groups.
Source: Narcotics Anonymous
Health & Wellness Resources
These health and wellness resources are an extensive, curated collection of tools and resources. The library includes external resources as well as resources that were developed under CCC Health & Wellness or submitted by the colleges. Search by keyword, topic, and/or audience.National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
Non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention and alleviation of eating disorders, good source of information and resources. Helpline is available M-F, Central Time: (630) 577-1330
Source: National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
National Center for PTSD
To provide veterans the world-class benefits and services they have earned – and to do so by adhering to the highest standards of compassion, commitment, excellence, professionalism, integrity, accountability, and stewardship.
Source: US Department of Veterains Affairs
National Eating Disorders Association
Information and support for individuals affected by eating disorders and their families. Hotline: (800) 931-2237
Source: National Eating Disorders Association
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. By dialing 1-800-273-TALK (8255), the call is routed to the nearest crisis center in our national network of … read more
Source: National Suicide Prevention Hotline
National Survey of Student Engagement
Through its student survey, The College Student Report, NSSE annually collects information at hundreds of four-year colleges and universities about first-year and senior students’ participation in programs and activities that institutions provide for their learning and personal development. The results … read more
Source: National Survey of Student Engagement
Navigating College: A Project of The Autistic Self Advocacy Network
Navigating College is a free handbook written by adults with autism for college students with autism. It includes a variety of different individuals’ perspectives and strategies on topics including accommodations, housing, health and safety, advocacy, and social life.
Source: Autistic Self-Advocacy Network
Neuroscience of Mental Illness
This project aims to put the controls back in the hands of youth that live with mental illness by empowering them to become more educated about neurodiversity and learn about health and wellbeing. The created infographics highlight two different disorders, … read more
Nutrition.gov
US Department of Agriculture offers information on nutrition, health, weight management, shopping, cooking, and meal planning.
Source: US Department of Agriculture
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
Non-profit organization whose mission is to advocated for, and provide information, support, and resources to, people with OCD, their families, and professionals who work with them.
Source: International OCD Foundation
Online research study combining live therapist sessions & guided self-help program
participate in a research study on depression
Source: Young California Mood Study
Overeaters Anonymous
Twelve-step program to support people who want to change compulsive eating habits.
Source: Overeaters Anonymous
Pillars of Peer Support: Transforming Mental Health Systems of Care Through Peer Support Services
The Pillars of Peer Support Services initiative is designed to develop and foster the use of Medicaid funding to support Peer Support Services in state mental health systems of care.
Source: Pillars of Peer Support
Planning Ahead for Your Mental Health Care as You Transition to College
This is a busy, sometimes exciting, sometimes nerve-wracking time in the life of a high school senior. There are social events and goodbyes, and then the unknowns and adventures of life after high school. Parents and caregivers are also experiencing … read more
Source: The JED Foundation
Planning for College
This page provides resources and information for foster youth planning to attend college.
Source: California Department of Social Services
Preparing to Support Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health for Life Beyond COVID-19 Will Require Time, Support, and Patience
On May 13, 2021, the CDC announced that, with some exceptions, fully vaccinated people in the United States no longer need to socially distance themselves or wear masks indoors. In the past several months, The Jed Foundation (JED) has supported thousands … read more
Principles of Youth Engagement
Youth with lived experience are our strongest partners and our greatest resource. They are experts that bring invaluable perspectives, innovative ideas, and critical feedback that informs our practice. If we want to improve our programs, policies, and practices, we must … read more
Source: SchoolHouse Connection
Programming Strategies for Supporting College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
This one-pager outlines common concerns of college students with autism spectrum disorders and of their professors, and suggests educational and social strategies to support these students.
Source: Emory Autism Center
Promoting Pathways to Financial Stability: A Resource Handbook on Building Financial Capabilities of Community College Students
This handbook is designed for community college personnel, potential partners, and supporters with an interest in empowering students to better manage their financial lives. It uses detailed case studies (such as Foothill College and Skyline College in California) to discuss … read more
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
PTSD Coach (iTunes app)
PTSD Coach was designed for those who have, or may have, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This app provides you with education about PTSD, information about professional care, a self-assessment for PTSD, opportunities to find support, and tools that can help … read more
Source: US Department of Veterains Affairs