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Mental Health America

Mental Health America: Panic Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
A fact sheet presenting basic information on Panic Disorder including causes, symptoms, treatments, and co-occurring disorders.
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National Institutes of Health

Nimh: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
Click on one of the questions at the top of the page to be taken to specific information about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Originally published as a pamphlet, the information at this website is useful for the general public and...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explains the concepts of drug use and dependence.
Online Course
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Psychoactive Drugs: Depressants and Opiates

For Students 9th - 10th
An explanation of the effects the psychoactive drugs, depressants and opiates, have on the body.
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Other

Psych Net Uk

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the world of psychology! Investigate association/societies, jobs, training, colleges, and industry profiles.
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Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration

Samhsa News: Inhalant Use and Respiratory Conditions: New Data

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you can read straightfoward, simple facts about inhalant abuse and how inhalants affect and harm users' bodies. (Published 2010)
Handout
Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Adjustment Disorders

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what an adjustment disorder is, the symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, what to expect when seeing a doctor, treatments, self-help, and prevention.
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Other

Children Now: Talking With Kids About Tough Issues: Violence

For Students 9th - 10th
Parents are given the confidence to talk with students about difficult issues like drugs, violence, and alcohol. The subject addressed is violence. Discussion topics and answers to common questions are included.
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Electroconvulsive Therapy

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about electroconvulsive therapy.
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Other

Dr. Ivan's Depression Central

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a home page to an excellent resource for finding out about depression.
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Other

University of Iowa Health Care: Anorexia Nervosa

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information describing diagnosing anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa as well as the treatment for both eating disorders.
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Nature Conservancy

Nature Rocks

For Students 9th - 10th
Tool for finding nature centers, outdoor events and activities, and services like equipment rentals, campgrounds, and tour guides. Learn how exploring nature helps improve the physical, mental, and emotional health of children and...