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A 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...

Seasonal 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.

The USA National Suicide Hotline is toll free, 24/7 number is 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-784-2433. The number for deaf individuals is: Deaf Hotline (TTY): 1-800-799-4889 Each State has their own Hotline. This can be obtained by linking to: http://suicidehotlines.com/ and scrolling down to “Hotlines in Your State” and clink on your particular state. It is best to contact the National Suicide Hotline.

Each month, the Lifeline Network serves over 45,000 callers who are in emotional distress. You can reach the Lifeline by dialing 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Although suicide prevention is our primary mission, people call the Lifeline for many reasons.

Worried about a friend of a loved one? Take a minute to fill out this questionnaire to help determine whether your loved one is at risk.

Army 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.aspx

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Based 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.

The philosophy of this website is that most parents are struggling financially to pay for interventions, and information from 'support services' should not be charging for their support, even if their government funding is marginal. The site contain a comprehensive range of free fact sheets to provide practical information and strategies, both for people with Autism or Asperger syndrome, and their families, caregivers, teachers, employers and the wider community.