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/Children-s-Behavioral-Health-and-Other-Related-Health-Issues/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/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/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/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/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/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//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/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/What-are-My-Mental-Health-Benefits/Understanding-TRICARE-Mental-Health-and-V-Codes//extended-care-health-option-echo-l44.htmlThe TRICARE Extended Care Health Option (ECHO) provides financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries who qualify based on specific mental or physical disabilities and offers an integrated set of services and supplies not available through the basic TRICARE program. TRICARE ECHO doesn't replace basic TRICARE programs; it supplements the benefits of the TRICARE program option that eligible beneficiaries use. also see: TRICARE Extended Care Health Option: http://www-nmcp.med.navy.mil/Tricare/flyers/ECHO-Checklist.pdf Health Net Federal Services: https://www.hnfs.net/common/caremanagement/efmp.htm Military.com Benefits: http://www.military.com/benefits/tricare/tricare-extended-care-health-option http://info.nmfa.org/./dir/Deployment-and-Stress/Children-and-Deployment//american-academy-of-pediatrics-l38.htmlSite dedicated to the effects of deployment on child and adolescent mental health.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//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//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/Children-and-Deployment//department-of-defense-office-of-the-military-child-in-transition-and-deployment-l19.htmlThe purpose of this site is to better enable the children of military personnel, their parents, special needs families, military leaders and educators to deal with the various issues that face the military child by providing each group with access to information, tools and resources from a central location. Ultimately, this site aims to enhance the educational and social well being of all military children by increasing the understanding and awareness of how to meet their unique needs.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.