Occupational Therapy: Psychosocial: Research & Resources
Mental Health Resources
- Step Up, Speak Out, Kent State University Step Up and Speak Out is a collaborative effort of Kent State University Psychological Services, University Health Services, the Office of the Vice President Student Affairs, and Police Services. Step Up and Speak Out provides greater awareness of mental health concerns, including risk factors for suicide. This suicide prevention campaign represents a collaborative effort of Kent State University Psychological Services, University Health Services, the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, and Police Services and aims to support individuals in need by educating University community members on protocols and resources designed to assist in disruptive situations or with distressed individuals.
- Jason Foundation Dedicated to preventing youth suicide by educating students, educators, youth workers, and families with tools to identify and help at-risk youth.
- National Alliance on Mental Health Illness Mental health advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness.
- World Health Organization A United Nations agency that provides leadership on global health matters, health research, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, and monitoring and assessing health trends.
Mental Health Research
- NIH: Medline PlusA vast collection of information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in easy to understand language.
- NIMH: Health Topics, Mental Health Information, & StatisticsClick on this NIMH link to find a comprehensive list of educational resources, statistical data, mental health information, treatment options, and streaming video and audio information.
- NAMI: Treatment and ServicesTaken from NAMI website, insightful information sheets are provided on treatment and service options for adults, veterans, active duty military, families, and children.
- APA: Psychology & Mental Health TopicsBrowse the list of mental health topics from the American Psychological Association.
- SAMSHA: Drug Abuse and Mental Health StatisticsProvides state level and national data, performance quality statistics, and SAMHSA survey information.
Professional Associations
- American Occupational Therapy Association: Mental Health Resources The national association for occupational therapy practitioners and students. The mission of the organization is to advance the quality, availability, use, and support of occupational therapy through standard-setting, advocacy, education, and research on behalf of its members and the public.
- Ohio Occupational Therapy Association Promotes occupational therapy by addressing professional issues that impact the education and practice of occupational therapists in the state of Ohio.
- Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Promotes the advancement and promotion of the profession in the state of Pennsylvania.