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COVID 19 Related Resources
American Psychological Association: "Seven crucial research findings that can help people deal with COVID-19" with other good links listed at the bottom.
Multicare.org: Comparison chart of symptoms "COVID-19 vs. Cold vs. Flu vs. Seasonal Allergies".
CNN: "5 natural ways to boost your mental health during stressful times"
The Good News Coronavirus
Alcohol
Recovery Groups
1.) SMART RECOVERY is not religious nor spiritual based
(click on above link)- for a search of groups in your area. Online groups are also available.
2.) Alcoholic Anonymous (AA)
(click on above link)- for groups in Westerm MA and additional resources.
3.) Al-Anon
Support for family members who have a loved one with alcohol related problems.
http://al-anon.org/?gclid=CJqRiZXghswCFclkhgoddwsE2Q
(click on above link, and then "Find an Al-Anon meeting")- for groups in Westerm MA and additional resources.
American Psychological Association Help Center:
http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/index.aspx
American Psychiatric Association Resources:
Patients and Families (Learn about common mental disorders, including symptoms, risk factors and treatment options.):
https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families
Find a psychiatrist near you:
http://finder.psychiatry.org/?_ga=1.184468270.922094613.1462971734
Medication Disposal Sites for Controlled Substances:
https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubdispsearch/spring/main?execution=e1s1
National Alliance on Mental Illness of Western MA
Support, groups, and education for patients and families.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Smoking Cessation
Therapist Search Engines: (to find a specific type of therapy, by area, and by insurances accepted)
Psychology Today Search Engine
American Psychological Association Search Engine:
http://locator.apa.org/?_ga=1.144890932.1451396342.1466721830
HelpPro Therapist Finder:
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