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11.15.2022
Hadassah Foundation Cameroon: The Journey
As the Executive Director of ADAA, I am always thrilled when we realize our work is making a difference and that we are reaching farther and wider. So, when the Hadassah Foundation, a mental health organization in Cameroon, contacted ADAA with a request to access our free member-created, publicly available, evidence-based resources, we not only acquiesced, we collaborated.
Article
02.16.2015
Residential Treatment Centers
A residential treatment center (RTC), sometimes called a rehab, is a live-in health care facility providing therapy for substance abuse, mental illness, or other behavioral problems. Please note that there are very few in-patient residential treatment center
Article
08.12.2014
Suicide Prevention & Warning Signs
You're not alone. Whether you have struggled with suicide yourself or have lost a loved one support is available.
Page
10.28.2011
Anxiety and Stress in the Workplace
Having an anxiety disorder can make a major impact in the workplace.
Article
10.19.2009
Social Anxiety Disorder
What is Social Anxiety Disorder? The defining feature of social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia, is intense anxiety or fear of being judged, negatively evaluated, or rejected in a social or performance situation.
Page
10.16.2009
Understand Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety disorders are real, serious medical conditions - just as real and serious as physical disorders such as heart disease or diabetes. Anxiety disorders are the most common and pervasive mental disorders in the United States.
Personal Story
05.11.2024
Shadows Over Sunshine
I know the road to recovery is long and fraught with challenges, but with the support of my community and the solidarity of those who share my struggle, I am committed to changing the narrative. I am no longer alone, and together, we are stepping out of the shadows to fight the unseen battles.
Webinar
05.06.2024
When a Loved One Won’t Seek Mental Health Treatment: How to Promote Recovery and Reclaim Your Family’s Well-Being
Drs. Melanie VanDyke and Alec Pollard explain why some people behave in ways that are incompatible with recovery and how the family’s response sometime makes the situation worse. They will also offer suggestions for how to deal effectively with a psychiatrically impaired loved one who won’t seek help.
Personal Story
05.01.2024
Dealing with Stress and Depression During my Adulthood, Until Now
It felt like I was constantly swimming against the tide, struggling to keep my head above water. Therapy, lifestyle changes, and support from loved ones played crucial roles in helping to manage my stress levels.
Support Group
04.25.2024
Social Anxiety Support Group
Do you experience social anxiety? This weekly support group will include practicing exposure with others who share the same challenges. Facilitated by ERP therapist Tracey Horst, this group will offer opportunities for connection and progress towards recovery for participants.
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Blog post
03.21.2024
Helping Children Face Their Worries and Fears: Tips from Two Psychologists
As parents we don’t like or want to see our children struggling. But worries, fears and anxieties are a natural part of life, and we have to understand that children go through these processes just like adults do. But as parents and caregivers, we should also be in tune with the degree, severity, frequency, and nature of our children’s fears and worries and know when a child might need some help.
Blog post
03.13.2024
Tackling Shy Bladder Syndrome: Understanding and Managing Paruresis
Does the thought of using a public restroom fill you with dread? Shy bladder syndrome, or paruresis, is more than a minor inconvenience; it represents a significant performance anxiety disorder affecting countless individuals
