Mental Health Sites & Articles
Below is a compilation of various mental health resources.
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Psychology and Mental Health
Mind UK has a wonderfully helpful “A to Z intro” to mental health
Mind HK has great resources and information that is Hong Kong-specific (for other organizations in Hong Kong, please click here)
Psychology Today has great blog articles by professionals and a very convenient directory of psychologists in your area
Drug Watch has a simple and easy-to-understand explanation of various mental disorders as well as treatments (including psychiatric prescription drugs)
Anxiety, Depression & Suicide Prevention
”How to Help Someone Who is Suicidal” and other mental health articles on Huffington Post are often insightful and helpful
We love the blog of Dr Alice Boyes — she provides many practical tips and tools on managing anxiety
This article is a great primer on self-care
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is another wonderful organization for resources and information
Storytelling and Mental Health Recovery
LGBTIQ and Mental Health
Trevor Project is a non-profit organization founded in 1998 focused on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning youth.
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