http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/templates/NMFA/img/logo.gifhttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Trauma-in-the-Unit/http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//grief-solutions-l68.htmlTeaching America to respond to military loss.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/What-are-My-Mental-Health-Benefits/Survivor-Benefits//department-of-veterans-affairs-survivor-benefits-l67.htmlThis web site is dedicated to the surviving spouses and dependents of military personnel who died while in active military service and to the survivors of veterans who died after active service. We are grateful for the opportunity to provide quality information and assistance to family members suffering the loss of their husbands and wives, sons and daughters, and mothers and fathers.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//walter-reed-army-medical-center-wramc-soldier-family-assistance-center-l62.htmlThis web site is designed to assist the families, next-of-kin, and patients who have been evacuated to Walter Reed Army Medical Center from Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Its contents will assist you in finding answers to questions regarding services available to you while at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//military-severely-injured-support-center-l59.htmlThis section of the Military.com website is sponsored by the DoD Office of Military Community & Family Policy. It provides resources and support for severely injured servicemembers and their families.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//give-an-hour-l58.htmlGive an Hour Project asks mental health providers to donate one hour per week for a year to assist service members or family members who need these services.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//department-of-veteran-affairs-l56.htmlOur goal is to provide excellence in patient care, veterans' benefits and customer satisfaction. We have reformed our department internally and are striving for high quality, prompt and seamless service to veterans. Our department's employees continue to offer their dedication and commitment to help veterans get the services they have earned. Our nation's veterans deserve no less. http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Deployment-Cycle//battlemind-training-l54.htmlThe goal of this training is to develop a realistic preview, in the form of a briefing, of the stresses and strains of deployment on Soldiers. Four training briefs have been developed and are available for Soldiers, Leaders, National Guard/Reserves, and families.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families//the-national-institute-of-mental-health-nimh-l51.htmlThe National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the largest scientific organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders and the promotion of mental health. NIMH supports research on the following disorders: Anxiety ,Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD, ADD),Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders), Bipolar Disorder (Manic-Depressive Illness),Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD),Schizophrenia, and Social Phobia (Social Anxiety Disorder)http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//military-child-education-coalition-mcec-l46.htmlThe Military Child Education Coalition is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, world-wide organization that identifies the challenges that face the highly mobile military child, increases awareness of these challenges in military and educational communities and initiates and implements programs to meet the challenges. MCEC's goal is to level the educational playing field for military children wherever they are located around the world and to serve as a model for all highly mobile children.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//family-guide-building-blocks-for-a-healthy-future-l45.htmlSAMHSA‛s Building Blocks for a Healthy Future site offers information and tips for parents, caregivers, and teachers of children aged 3 to 6. Additionally the site features materials, and ideas for spending time with your children and learning together.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//children-s-grief-education-association-cgea-l42.htmlCGEA offers great resources to help you support and care for children who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This site offers information on the death of a parent or other loved and the lasting influence on a child's life. Other useful topics include: Compassion, care, connection, understanding and patience can help and No one should face grief alone. http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//veterans-and-families-l35.htmlVeterans and Families Coming Home is a national non-profit community service and support organization, founded and directed by veterans, parents, grandparents, family members, employers, mental health professionals, academics and community leaders.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Other-Stress-Related-Topics//the-tragedy-assistance-program-for-survivors-l31.htmlThe Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, Inc. (TAPS) was founded in the wake of a military tragedy -- the deaths of eight soldiers aboard an Army National Guard aircraft in November 1992. http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//substance-abuse-and-mental-health-services-administration-center-for-substance-abuse-prevention-samsha-l30.htmlThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has established a clear vision for its work -- a life in the community for everyone. To realize this vision, the Agency has sharply focused its mission on building resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for mental or substance use disorders. SAMHSA is gearing all of its resources -- programs, policies and grants -- toward that outcome.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//sesame-street-talk-listen-connect-helping-families-cope-with-military-deployment-l27.htmlBeing a part of the military can be a real challenge, particulary for your children. That's why Sesame Street Workshop and Wal*Mart stores have partnered to create 'Talk, Listen, Connect: Helping Families Cope with Military Deployment'http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics//strategic-outreach-to-families-of-all-reserves-sofar-l26.htmlA Pro Bono project to provide mental health services to families of Army Reservists.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//courage-to-care-l12.htmlCourage to Care is an electronic health campaign consisting of fact sheets that deal with health topics relevant to military life. Courage to Care content is developed by leading military health experts from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//combat-stress-center-l10.htmlThis site features various articles in PDF format for coping with stressful situations. The site offers items for service members returning from a combat environment.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//center-for-the-study-of-traumatic-stress-l9.htmlThe Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress conducts research, education, consultation and training on preparing for and responding to the psychological effects and health consequences of traumatic events. These events include natural (hurricanes, floods and tsunami) and human made disasters (motor vehicle and plane crashes, war, terrorism and bioterrorism). The Center’s work spans studies of genetic vulnerability to stress, individual and community responses to terrorism, and policy recommendations to help our nation and its military and civilian populations.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//sesame-street-workshop-when-parents-are-deployed-l28.htmlA television special geared to address the challenges military families face with deploymenthttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//military-onesource-l24.htmlToll Free Number 1-800-342-9647 The Department of Defense offers a 24/7 Military OneSource Call Center and website which provides military service and family member supportive information, community referrals, counseling, education materials, free webinars and other services. Additional phone numbers for those with disabilities are shown on the Military OneSource website. Beginning in October 2007, Military OneSource will offer a new telephonic consultation service especially for those who live in Europe.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Deployment-and-Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//deployment-health-and-family-readiness-library-l16.htmlThis website is the result of a partnership between DoD Health Affairs and DoD Military Community & Family Policy. It provides official fact sheets and other user friendly resources about environmental, occupational and physical health issues related to deployment as well as family readiness information.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//center-for-health-promotion-and-preventive-medicine-chppm-l2.htmlCHPPM is a key player of medical support to combat forces and of the military managed-care system. It provides worldwide scientific expertise and services in clinical and field preventive medicine, environmental and occupational health, health promotion and wellness, epidemiology and disease surveillance, toxicology, and related laboratory sciences. It supports readiness by keeping soldiers fit to fight, while also promoting wellness among their families and the Federal civilian workforce.