Organizations - Psychology 

American Psychiatric Association

http://www.psych.org

Offers news, advocacy highlights, links to psychiatric health care organizations, and research.

American Psychological Association

http://www.apa.org

"The American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States." Resources include psychology topics, web links, career information, a glossary, a psychologist locator, news, and more.

Anxiety Disorders Association of America

http://www.adaa.org

"The Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) is the only national nonprofit organization solely dedicated to informing the public, health care professionals, and legislators that anxiety disorders are real, serious, and treatable. ADAA promotes the early diagnosis, treatment, and cure of anxiety disorders, and it is committed to improving the lives of the people who suffer from them."

The ARC of New Jersey

http://www.arcnj.org

"Consisting of a state office and twenty local county chapters, The Arc of New Jersey is affiliated with The Arc, a national organization supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities."

Association for Psychological Science

http://www.psychologicalscience.org

"The Association's mission is to promote, protect, and advance the interests of scientifically oriented psychology in research, application, teaching, and the improvement of human welfare." The organization offers tips for psychology teachers, web links for undergraduate students, links to other associations and government agencies, and information about student awards and publications.

Mental Health Association in New Jersey

http://www.mhanj.org

Recovery resources, programs and services, mental health fact sheets, and a mental health information and referral helpline.

National Alliance on Mental Health

http://www.nami.org

Information about mental illness, medication, and research. Also provides veterans resources, links to support group programs, and an electronic newsletter.

National Institute of Mental Health

http://www.nimh.nih.gov

"The 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."

National Mental Health Association

http://www.nmha.org/go/information/get-info

Search or browse for information about mental health disorders and treatments. Resources can also be browsed by the type of intended audience (women, military families, youth, etc.). Also offers medication information, frequently asked questions, and where to find care and how to finance treatment.

Project Live, Inc.

http://www.projectlive.org

"The mission of Project Live, Inc. is to promote recovery, growth and safety for consumers of mental health services." This New Jersey organization offers supportive housing, counselors, and services for the mentally ill chemically addicted.

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