http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/templates/NMFA/img/logo.gifhttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics/http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics//when-your-son-or-daughter-is-deployed-l131.htmlA son’s or daughter’s deployment can stir up conflicting emotions in a parent. While you are proud of your service member’s accomplishments, you may be concerned for his or her safety, especially if the deployment is to an area of conflict. It’s important to keep in mind that your son or daughter is capable, trained, and well equipped to carry out his or her mission. Also remember that the best thing you can do for your son or daughter is to offer your support and encouragement. Read more...http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics//our-sons-our-daughters-a-national-guard-parent-s-guidebook-to-deployment-by-paula-sumrall-l130.htmlA great resource for parent's of National Guard members.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics//your-soldier-your-army-by-vicki-cody-l129.htmlA great resource for all parents, regardless of their servicemember’s affiliation.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Deployment-Cycle//nmfa-report-on-cycles-of-deployment-l120.htmlAn Analysis of Survey Responses from April through September, 2005http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Deployment-Cycle//pre-to-post-and-reintegration-what-is-normal-what-should-i-look-for-l119.htmlMilitary Child Education Coalition: Deployment Cycle Booklethttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//american-psychiatric-association-healthy-minds-healthy-lives-l115.htmlThis site provides information and resources about a variety of topics in relation to mental health.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//coping-with-the-deployment-of-a-spouse-or-partner-l98.htmlMaintaining a family routine and tending to your needs or the needs of family members can be very difficult when a spouse or partner has been deployed. You may experience separation anxiety, fear, anger, loneliness, and other strong emotions during the deployment of your spouse. By knowing what to expect, learning to recognize the signs that you are having trouble coping, and knowing where to turn for help, you may be able to make this difficult time a little easier.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//resources-for-troops-veterans-their-families-those-who-provide-services-to-them-l71.htmlThe resources fall into 3 groups: First, there are citations of relevant articles on such topics as combat trauma, the impact of deployment on troops & their families, the challenges of returning home after discharge, bereavement, and providing clinical services to troops and their families. A few of these are available online, and where possible, I've provided links. Second, there are links to helpful organizations and programs, such as aid and assistance programs for each branch of the service, Operation Uplink, Operation Military Support, Military Spouse Career Center, Seamless Transition for Veterans returning from Iraq & Afghanistan, Veteran Employment site, legal information & resources for military personnel and their families, National Military Family Association, Military Sentinel, Operation Family Fund, the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, Books for Soldiers, and Fisher House. Third, there are links to United States military organizations.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//military-spouses-career-network-l70.htmlThis web site is intended to supplement the resources of your installation's Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP)/Spouse Employment Assistance Program (SEAP) by bridging the gaps, empowering you with additional resources to facilitate self-management of your career development, and helping to develop more and better employment opportunities for us all. Your installation's FMEAP/SEAP is your local source of information on employment, education, and career development opportunities.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/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//zero-to-three-l36.htmlZERO TO THREE's mission is to support the healthy development and well-being of infants, toddlers and their families. A national nonprofit multidisciplinary organization that advances our mission by informing, educating and supporting adults who influence the lives of infants and toddlers.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/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics//strong-bonds-l29.htmlStrong Bonds is an Army unit-based, chaplain-led program that helps Soldiers and their Families build strong relationships. The program's mission is to build Soldier readiness by providing skills the Soldier can use to strengthen his or her marriage and other relationships. It includes four sub-programs: Single soldier program (Helps warriors choose wisely and build life-long , Couple program, Family program, and Couples preparing for or returning from deployment.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/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics//returning-from-the-war-zone-a-guide-for-families-of-military-members-national-center-for-ptsd-l25.htmlThe days and weeks after a homecoming from war can be filled with excitement, relief, and many other feelings. This guide is for military family members, like you. This guide is also helpful for friends and returning veterans themselves. Following the veterans return from overseas duty, the entire family will go through a transition. This guide will help each of you understand readjustment during homecoming.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//military-sentinel-l23.htmlMilitary Sentinel is a project of the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Defense to identify and target consumer protection issues that affect members of the Armed Forces.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Other-Deployment-Topics//military-money-l22.htmlInCharge® Education Foundation developed Military Money® to provide an authoritative financial resource for military families and help ensure the fighting readiness of America’s armed forces by enhancing their financial readiness to make informed decisions in their everyday lives. The magazine and its companion website, explore such personal finance issues as money management, home and family life for military families, education and career advice, deployment and relocation, and transitioning to the civilian world.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Deployment-and-Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//deployment-health-clinical-center-library-l15.htmlResources, assessment tools, forms and measures and related information.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//deployment-health-clinical-center-dhcc-l14.htmlPDHealth.mil was designed to assist clinicians in the delivery of post-deployment healthcare by fostering a trusting partnership between military men and women, veterans, their families, and their healthcare providers to ensure the highest quality care for those who make sacrifices in the world's most hazardous workplace.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//deployment-health-support-directorate-force-health-protection-and-readiness-l13.htmlThe Force Health Protection and Readiness Directorate, formerly the Deployment Health Support Directorate, was established by the DoD to ensure that medical lessons learned from previous conflicts and deployments are integrated into current policy, doctrine and practice. Current information on deployment-related health issues is published on an interactive web site, Deployment LINK. The Directorate also operates a toll-free, direct hotline number where staff members answer deployment-related questions, locate lost medical records and provide contact information in the Department of Veterans Affairs. The number is 800-497-6261.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//america-supports-you-l4.htmlA DoD nationwide program to showcase and communicate American support to the men and women of the Armed Forces.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir//Websites-and-Other-Helpful-Organizations-and-Programs//usa4militaryfamilies-l34.htmlThe USA4 Military Families initiative seeks to engage and educate state policymakers, not-for-profit associations, concerned business interests, and other state leaders about the needs of Military members and their families, particularly as those needs intersect with state public policy. Through state/military partnerships, DoD seeks to develop relationships with states, work with them to remove unnecessary barriers, and significantly improve the quality of life for military families.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//Official-DoD-and-VA-Websites//military-homefront-l21.htmlMilitaryHOMEFRONT is the official Department of Defense web site for reliable Quality of Life information designed to help troops and their families, leaders and service providers. Special features include two new sections: Military Installations which provide point-of-contact information for support services and facilities for more than 250 military installations worldwide, and Plan My Move, a relocation tool that helps make moving easier. These two new tools replace the old SITES website.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.