Counseling support online resources

http://www.halfofus.com/

Nearly half of all college students report feeling so depressed that they can’t function during the school year. In order to initiate a public dialogue to raise awareness about the prevalence of mental health issues on campus mtvU and The Jed Foundation have teamed up to create this website. View videos of those who have struggled with mental illness, obtain resources and information on various mental illnesses, and help raise awareness for mental health issues among college student.

https://www.samhsa.gov

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s website offers information about mental health treatment through the website, publications, and additional resources. Find the latest studies, news, resources and events related to mental health. Also locate treatment facilities and national resources.

http://www.nami.org/

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. This website offers information, education, support and referrals.

http://www.nimh.nih.gov/

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This website offers information on mental health issues, research findings, statistics, and publications as well as research opportunities.

https://starkmhar.org/

The Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services Board of Stark County website offers information and services available in the Stark county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.

https://www.admboard.org

The Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Board of Summit County website offers information and services available in the Summit county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.

http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is dedicated to providing education, resources and support to those affected by eating disorders. Through this site you can find information and resources for healthy eating, body image, and assorted other topics. Find ways to get involved, research findings, and new releases as well.

https://cantonaa.com/meetings

This is a direct link to the local AA meetings available through the Canton Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous.

https://akronaa.org/meetings

This is a direct link to the local AA meetings available through the Akron Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous.

http://www.samhsa.gov/

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s website offers information on drug and alcohol treatment, current statistics, news publications and more.

https://starkmhar.org/

The Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services Board of Stark County website offers information and services available in the Stark county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.

https://www.admboard.org

The Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Board of Summit County website offers information and services available in the Summit county area as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.

https://988lifeline.org/

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline offers information on suicide, resources for getting help, crisis centers in your area and ways to get involved.

http://www.save.org/

Suicide Awareness Voices and Education is an organization whose mission is to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, reduce stigma, and serve as a resource for those touched by suicide. On this site you can find information for coping with loss, information on suicide and depression.

http://www.afsp.org/

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers educational resources, information on suicide, surviving suicide loss, advocacy, and current news and events.

https://www.dvpi.org

Domestic Violence Project Inc. offers information and resources for Stark county residents and victims of domestic and inti-mate partner violence. Services include 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, outreach and aftercare, legal advocacy, transi-tional housing, and medical advocacy.

https://www.compassrapecrisis.org

COMPASS provides support services including crisis intervention, hospital advocacy, justice system advocacy, individual and group counseling as well as education, and prevention services to Stark, Tuscarawas and Carroll County communities and residents.

https://hopeandhealingresources.org/

Hope and Healing Resource Center of Summit and Medina counties encompasses both the Battered Women’s Shelter and the Rape Crisis Center and offers a variety of support, services, and resources.

https://www.rainn.org

RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.

View tools for coping for a listing of mobile apps available for help.

5 minute quick anxiety reduction – guided mindfulness meditation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MR57rug8NsM

Deep breathing exercise

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3g-evIsaFw

Stress management basics

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnpQrMqDoqE

4 stress management techniques

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwtyWH51Kf4

Daily habits to prevent depression during stressful times – Coronavirus or Covid-19 depression

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsQ02zc3mQ0

Why to contact the crisis text line

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKqigxlAjTo&list=PLcBk3gkOJlGIUxqC4eNG28dglTudseh1j&index=15

The Ohio State Counseling and Consultation Services Mental Health Strategies video series

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ_ENMHJ6VyT8etHsR0vz9xOKYzdxJQoL

Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services: Suicide Prevention for Ohioans

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLveO32ePkQ&list=PLUSREKNkPKOMyqOd5_HFw901NpxZo3Ssi&index=2&t=0s

Stories of recovery:

Rhett Miller’s Reason to Call (1:06) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_NZisI21fI&t=7s

The Terry Wise Story (3:31) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlXRavVgxJY&t=49s

Rob Delaney’s Reason to Call (2:58) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOPeKYsCQhY&t=11s

Jordan’s Reason to Call (1:18) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8wuc1MMp-4&t=10s

Scott’s Reason to Call (3:01) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxv32oq-tnw

John Draper’s Reason to Call (1:14) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=871mzEXfJBY

Psych Central

A one stop index for psychology, support, and mental health issues, resources, and people on the Internet. Nothing here is meant to replace professional advice or care from a licensed mental health practitioner.

https://psychcentral.com

Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services offers information and services available throughout the state of Ohio as well as information about privacy and consumer rights.

https://mha.ohio.gov/home

National Depression Hotline

NationalDepressionHotline.org is a free resource that helps people find the correct Mental Health and Crisis Hotlines in their area. Our goal is to provide free resources for people struggling with depression.

https://nationaldepressionhotline.org/Ohio