http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/templates/NMFA/img/logo.gifhttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//american-psychological-association-apa-l138.htmlBased in Washington, DC, the American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. APA is the largest association of psychologists worldwide. http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//about-com-l137.htmlAbout.com was founded in 1996 and acquired in March 2005 by The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT). The site includes an enormous information collection that of content on numerous subjects. Additionally the site provides users with in-depth consumer-focused topics. http://www.aboutmediakit.com/about/ and http://stress.about.com/od/selfknowledgeselftests/SelfKnowledge_SelfTests_Personality_Tests.htmhttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//strong-bonds-chaplain-facilitated-help-with-relationships-l136.htmlArmy Reserve and National Guard Commanders and Chaplains who want to offer Strong Bonds to their Soldiers should contact the US Army Reserve Command Chaplain’s office at (404) 464-8475 or the National Guard Bureau Chaplains office at (866) 839-7438. Active Component Commanders and chaplains who want to offer Strong Bonds in their unit are encouraged to contact the Family Ministries Officer in the Army Chief of Chaplains Office at (703) 601-4448. Soldiers or family members who want to attend Strong Bonds training should talk to their unit chaplain or go to http://www.strongbonds.org for information regarding dates and locations of training opportunities. Source: http://www.strongbonds.org/skins/strongbonds/display.aspxhttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families//seasonal-affective-disorder-l132.htmlSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) refers to a mood disorder in which a person has depression that worsens in the fall and winter, when the amount of sunlight per day lessens. Those with Bipolar Disorder and SAD tend to have their manic episodes during the summer months, when the days have more sunlight.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//national-youth-network-l127.htmlThe Mission of National Youth Network is to educate parents of troubled teens on child behavior including attention deficit disorder, ADD, ADHD, drug abuse, teen depression, behavior modification or intervention programs such as wilderness programs, boarding schools, residential treatment, weight loss camps, and other adolescent programs. http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//national-youth-violence-prevention-resource-center-gangs-and-teens-l126.htmlThis site provides information and resources regarding gangs and teens.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//kids-health-for-parents-l125.htmlInformation and resources for parents about children and eating disorders.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Other-Stress-Related-Topics//national-institute-of-mental-health-eating-disorders-l124.htmlA detailed booklet that describes symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping. (2007) http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Other-Stress-Related-Topics//american-psychiatric-association-eating-disorders-questions-to-ask-l123.htmlReview the following "Questions to Ask" about eating disorders so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Other-Stress-Related-Topics//medline-plus-eating-disorders-l122.htmlThis site provides information and resources about Eating Disorders.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Other-Stress-Related-Topics//american-psychiatric-association-eating-disorders-l121.htmlAn APA expert answers common questions about Eating Disordershttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//family-networks-l118.htmlHelping Children and Families Thrivehttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//national-institute-of-mental-health-l117.htmlA booklet with answers to frequently asked questions about the treatment of mental disorders in children — includes a medications chart. (2004) http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//u-s-department-of-health-and-human-services-national-mental-health-information-center-l116.htmlThis site provides information on Children's Mental Health, as well as Emotional and Behavioral Disorders.http://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/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//parenting-teens-l114.htmlThis site provides information for parents on parenting teens.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Other-Stress-Related-Topics//american-institute-of-stress-l113.htmlIf you were to ask a dozen people to define stress, or explain what causes stress for them, or how stress affects them, you would likely get 12 different answers to each of these requests. The reason for this is that there is no definition of stress that everyone agrees on, what is stressful for one person may be pleasurable or have little effect on others and we all react to stress differently. That's easily illustrated by the list of 50 Common Signs And Symptoms Of Stress noted under Effects Of Stress and the attached diagram illustrating how it affects different parts of the body. http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//children-s-health-topics-behavioral-and-mental-health-l112.htmlAccording to the Report of the Surgeon General, more than 14 million children and adolescents in the United States, or 1 in 5, have a mental health disorder. Below is information to assist health care clinicians, families, and communities in promoting mental health and addressing children's behavioral and mental health issues.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//identifying-oppositional-defiant-disorder-odd-l107.htmlODD is a conduct disorder that is characteristically seen in children younger than 9 or 10 years old. The child shows markedly defiant, disobedient, provocative behavior.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//mental-health-and-behavior-l104.htmlInformation on getting care, types of treatment, and types of behavioral health providers can be found on this site.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//deployment-health-clinical-center-standard-health-assessment-tools-l103.htmlA list of standard health assessment tools to evaluate patients with deployment-related concerns is: Post Deployment Clinical Assessment Tool (PDCAT), Patient Health Questionnaire, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Checklist (PCL), and Short Form Health Survey 36 Item (SF-36v2).http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//humana-healthcare-services-inc-self-assessment-tools-depression-l102.htmlIn order to recognize symptoms of depression, and whether or not depression is a problem for you, answer these questions, recording the indicated numeric score for each question.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//humana-healthcare-services-inc-self-assessment-tools-anxiety-disorders-l101.htmlThis site provides information and resources to help you identify anxiety disorders.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//world-laughter-tour-l97.htmlLaughter is still the best medicine. For more information on laughter therapy visit this website.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//mental-health-america-l96.htmlMental Health America (formerly known as the National Mental Health Association) is nonprofit dedicated to helping ALL people live mentally healthier lives. With our more than 320 affiliates nationwide, we represent a growing movement of Americans who promote mental wellness for the health and well-being of the nation – everyday and in times of crisis.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//reconnecting-with-your-children-national-mental-health-association-l50.htmlReturning Service members often have questions abut how to reconnect with their spouses and children. A child’s reactions depend on his or her own personality, but there are several things that all returning parents should keep in mind. This site offers tips for returning service members to reconnect with their children.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Other-Stress-Related-Topics//military-teens-on-the-move-mtom-l47.htmlThis site is designed specifically for military teens in the process of moving to a new location. Topics covered include interesting articles such as “We’re moving again ,” and “ Your New Life.” The site also features a helpful Military Teens Moving Guide.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/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/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//autism-society-of-america-l40.htmlASA is dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact. The Society and its chapters share a common mission of providing information and education, and supporting research and advocating for programs and services for the autism community.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//american-academy-of-child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-l37.htmlThe AACAP, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was established in 1953. It is a membership based organization, composed of over 7,500 child and adolescent psychiatrists and other interested physicians. Its members actively research, evaluate, diagnose, and treat psychiatric disorders and pride themselves on giving direction to and responding quickly to new developments in addressing the health care needs of children and their familieshttp://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/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/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/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/Everyone-Has-Stress//online-army-reserve-family-programs-myarmylifetoo-l8.htmlClick on the CYS link to see child and youth information. Site contains practical information about Army Reserve Family Programs.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//army-families-online-l5.htmlArmy Families Online is the cornerstone of Army Well-Being communication ,improves constituent understanding of Well-Being initiatives, and obtains constituent feedback. The site offers valuable news and information about Army Life; a SmartBook that offers one-stop access to information and resources through Web links and phone numbers; access to online Well-Being Polls; electronic versions of Well-Being publications such as FLO Notes and Army Well-Being.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//troubledteen-com-l128.htmlLearning about gangs and signs of gang activity can help you as a parent protect your children and your community from the fear and destruction that gangs can inflict. Available to help 24/7 Toll free 1-800-917-3959http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//adolescent-substance-abuse-l111.htmlHealthAtoZ.com is a comprehensive, well-integrated health and medical resource developed by health care professionals. HealthAtoZ.com aims to improve health care by empowering consumers with the online health programs, information and technology that help them make healthy lifestyle changes for themselves and their families.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//humana-healthcare-services-inc-self-assessment-tools-alcohol-abuse-l100.htmlThis questionnaire will help you to gauge your own drinking habits and whether or not they are cause for concern. Please read the following statements, recording the indicated numeric score for each true or false response.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues//the-national-child-traumatic-stress-network-l32.htmlEstablished by Congress in 2000, the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) is a unique collaboration of academic and community-based service centers whose mission is to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for traumatized children and their families across the United States. Combining knowledge of child development, expertise in the full range of child traumatic experiences, and attention to cultural perspectives, the NCTSN serves as a national resource for developing and disseminating evidence-based interventions, trauma-informed services, and public and professional education. The Network comprises 70 member centers-45 current grantees and 25 previous grantees-and is funded by the Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services through a congressional initiative: the Donald J. Cohen National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative.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/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Mental-Health-Assessment-Tools//mental-health-self-assessment-program-l20.htmlMilitary life, especially deployments or mobilizations, can present challenges to service members and their families that are both unique and difficult. Some are manageable, some are not. Many times we can successfully deal with them on our own. In some instances matters get worse and one problem can trigger other more serious issues. At such times it is wise to check things out and see what is really happening. That’s the purpose of these totally anonymous and voluntary self-assessments.http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//soldier-combat-stress-reaction-chppm-l11.htmlA Pocket Guide for Spouse and Loved Oneshttp://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Everyday-Mental-Health-for-Military-Families/Everyone-Has-Stress//national-guard-bureau-family-program-l6.htmlThe National Guard Bureau-Family Program portal contains information on programs, benefits, resources and more. The Family Readiness portion of the site looks at the six-step Family Program model to help keep families informed and involved about benefits as a military family. Program Services provides an overview of the various programs that the Family Program covers; Family, Youth and Community Outreach initiatives.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.