RESOURCES AND INFORMATION LINKS
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Canadian Women's Health Network (CWHN) - The Canadian Women's Health Network is a Network of individuals, groups, organizations and institutions concerned with women's health. The CWHN recognizes the importance of information sharing, education and advocacy for women's health and equality. We work to build and strengthen the women's health movement in Canada and throughout the world.

Canadian Association of Elizabeth Fry Societies (Canada) - Information on & for abused women and the Canadian justice system.

Fredericton Sexual Assault Crisis Centre (N.B.) - Although primarily for women victims of sexual abuse, they have some resources here for children and men.

Howe Sound Women's Centre (BC) - A Women's support page with various resources for women in British Columbia.

Provincial Association of Transitional Houses of Saskatchewan (Sask) - Resources for Abused Women in Saskatchewan.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network) - A non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. that operates a national toll-free hotline for victims of sexual assault. 1-800-656-HOPE; lists of rape crisis centers worldwide!

Helping Male Rape Victims (U.S.) - Self explanatory, one of the few sites for male victims of rape.

Male Survivors Organization - The National Organization of Male Victimization.

Men's Issue Page -   Violence and Abuse.

Mike Echols - Bestselling author of I Know My First Name is Stephen and Brother Tony's Boys.

National Clearinghouse on Family Violence - Information on family violence.

National Organization on Male Sexual Victimization  - Organization of diverse individuals committed through research, education, advocacy, and activism to the prevention, treatment and elimination of all forms of sexual victimization of boys and men.

Sexual Abuse of Males -   I am a psychologist and for 13 years I have participated in therapy and research with men and women subjected to unwanted sexual experiences and other forms of abuse in childhood.

Wounded Boys - Courageous Men - Sampling of an exhibition consisting of photographs and interviews with more than fifty men who as children survived unspeakable physical, mental, emotional and sexual abuse at two Ontario, Canada training schools administered by the Christian Brothers.

Beat Depression - Personal Story of how one person beat depression.

Depression.Com - Information on all types of depressive disorders and the most effective treatments.

National Depressive & Manic Depressive Association  - The National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association is to educate patients, families, professionals and the public concerning the nature of depressive and manic-depressive illnesses as treatable medical diseases; to foster self-help for patients and their families; to eliminate discrimination and stigma; to improve access to care; and to advocate for research toward the elimination of these illnesses.

Psycom's Depression Central - Clearinghouse for information on all types of depressive disorders and on the most effective treatments for individuals suffering from Major Depression, Manic-Depression (Bipolar Disorder), Cyclothymia, Dysthymia and other mood disorders.

Walkers In Darkness - A support organization for people who suffer from mood disorders such as major depression and bipolar disorder. Offers mailing lists and a chat room where people can provide peer support and get information on these topics. Mood disorders can be very isolating, and net services such as this may be helpful as a supplement to (but not a substitute for) actual professional support. Web site includes material on suicide prevention.

Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse (ASCA)  -  Designed specifically for adult survivors of physical, sexual, and/or emotional child abuse or neglect, ASCA has evolved into an innovative and effective support program.

At Health, Inc. - Mental Health Topics, Resources, Professionals.

Befrienders International -  Befrienders International is a registered charity, developing volunteer action to prevent suicide in 41 countries worldwide and providing information on the Internet. Our site features the world's most comprehensive directory of emotional first aid helplines.

Canadian Mental Health Association  -  The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) exists to promote the mental health of all people and to serve mental health consumers, their families and friends.

Cavalcade Productions  - Cavalcade clinical training videos for mental health professionals, with a focus on trauma issues. Presenters address a wide range of topics, including dissociation, self injury, vicarious traumatization, boundary issues, and the false memory syndrome movement. We also offer low-cost videos for trauma survivors.

Children Are Worth Saving -  Their main goal is creating Abuse Awareness, Education, Recognition, Prevention and Intervention.

Coming out Multiple - Links to sites about Multiple Personality Disorder 

Del Amo Hospital - Hospital, located in the South Bay of Los Angeles, is a 166-bed private psychiatric hospital for adults, adolescents and children Since 1972. Del Amo has distinguished itself through its attention to each patient's particular needs, such as crisis stabilization, dual diagnosis, trauma-based disorders, sexual disorders, and alcohol and drug detoxification. Del Amo also offers free 24-hour psychiatric evaluations available through mobile or on-site assessments.

The Department of Justice's Violence Against Women  - Lists state and many city police and sheriffs' departments contact details plus info on domestic violence programs, how to get a restraining order, etc. Intended for advocates, legal and social service professionals, this website covers such topics as legislation, protection orders, intervention programs and research into domestic violence.

Dissociation and MP Books  - List of books about multiple personality and dissociation.

Dissociative Identity Disorder/Multiple Personality Disorder -  This site is a resource for information on Dissociative Identity Disorder(DID) also known as Multiple Personality Disorder (MPD).

Dissociative Identity Disorder/Multiple Personality Disorder - This site provides even more information about DID/MPD.

Divided Hearts - This site is one of the best I have seen for information, support and resources for the Multiple. A must see!

EMERGE - A service for men, this website focuses on counseling, training and educational resources and materials that will assist men trying to overcome and end their abusive behavior.

The Families in Crisis - Offers educational, counseling and similar material for legal and mental health professionals. Articles include Washington State news on insurance company discrimination against victims, state employee assistance, rehabilitation measures, after-care and book reviews. A monthly newsletter is available.

Family Violence and Sexual Assault Institute - Find a speaker database plus publications, professional workshops and training for those working in the field.

Family violence Prevention Fund  - Education about domestic violence. The fund is also working on reforming public policy vis-a-vis such abuse.

Forest View Hospital - Dedicated to Excellence and Innovation in Behavioral Health Care, Forest View Psychiatric Hospital has been a leader in the delivery of Behavioral Health Care Services for over twenty-eight years. Forest View provides individualized treatment of a broad range of psychiatric disorders, in a small, private setting. In addition, individuals throughout the United States have sought treatment at Forest View due to our expertise in the treatment of trauma and eating disorders.

The Guide for Battered Women's Advocates - An overview for those working with law enforcement officers responding to domestic violence cases. Touches upon policy, mandatory arrest, professional literature and the policing community in general.

How Trauma Can Cause MPD - This site is very informative about trauma in chilhood and its effect.

International Society for the Study of Dissociation - The Society is a nonprofit professional association organized for the purposes of: information sharing and international networking of clinicians and researchers; providing professional and public education; promoting research and theory about dissociation; and promoting research and training in the identification, treatment, and prevention of dissociative disorders.

International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies -  The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS).  ISTSS  is dedicated to the discovery and dissemination of knowledge about policy, program and service initiatives that seek to reduce traumatic stressors and their immediate and long-term consequences. ISTSS provides a forum for the sharing of research, clinical strategies, public policy concerns and theoretical formulations on trauma in the United States and around the world.

James and Jennifer Harrell Center for the Study of Domestic Violence - Seeks to end domestic violence between family members of all ages, as well as gather together research and information on the topic. This University of Florida-based site also offers info on state shelters plus external links to appropriate resources.

Jim Hopper's Information Page - Site has a number of pages about child abuse - how prevalent it is, its potential effects, where to learn more and, if you're looking, how to find help for yourself or someone you care about.

Mental Health Net - Guide to mental health online.

Multiplicity, Abuse & Healing - There are over 400 pages of resources here, many on site articles, as well as links to relevant books for both survivors and the professionals who treat survivors. There are opportunities to interact with other survivors as well lots of encouragement to find your own voice.

National Institute for Mental Health - The mission of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is to diminish the burden of mental illness through research. Part of  site offers information from NIMH about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illnesses. Included are brochures and information sheets, reports, press releases, fact sheets, and other educational materials.

No Safe Place - A PBS program, the site includes a study guide for teachers, with advice on assisting students in an abusive situation and transcripts of the program's script as well as interviews with experts and some general articles on the topic.

On The Road To Healing -  There is a wealth of information and resources on this site to help the grieving survivor.

Partnerships Against Violence Network  - A library of data and input from several federal agencies. Its aim is to provide access to information for local communities as well as at the state level.

Psych Central - Dr. John Grohol's Mental Health Page. A one-stop index for psychology and mental health issue. Dr. John Grohol also hosts a weekly chat session on WBS's chatroom, Psych Central.

Ross Institute - Website provided by Colin A. Ross Institute which further the understanding of psychological trauma and its consequences by providing educational services, research, and clinical treatment of trauma based disorders.

Shattered Selves  - A chance to look into the world of one multiple and her family.

Sidran Foundation  - Sidran Traumatic Stress Institute. Resources and information provided on this site will empower survivors, educate loved ones, support clinicians, and replace the stigma of traumatic stress conditions with greater acceptance and understanding.

Spectrum of Dissociative Disorders -  Article by Joan A. Turkus, M.D. The Spectrum of Dissociative Disorders:An Overview of Diagnosis and Treatment.

Split Angels - This site is a resource for information on Dissociative Identity Disorder(DID) also known as Multiple Personality Disorder (MPD).

Spring Net - A clinical information site for nurses at has information and advice for nursing personnel concerning how to recognize, chart and counsel victims of domestic violence. Written by a nurse speaking from both professional experience of treating such cases and personal experience of an abusive marriage.

State of Texas Mental Health Mental Retardation (MHMR) - The mental health and mental retardation system will be a partnership of consumers, family members, service providers and policy makers which creates options responsive to individual needs and preferences.

Survivors of Abuse - Links to sites to assist survivors of Abuse and to all those who Struggle with Self-Injury.

Survivors of Abuse and Self Injury - This self-injury web site offers free information about self-harming behavior, self-injury, self-mutilation, self-abuse, & cutting, plus coping skills, alternatives to self-injury, support groups, personal cutting stories, & ways to stay safe.

Timberlawn Mental Health Systems- This site will introduce you to Timberlawn Mental Health System.

Today In Perspective - The e-zine presents a page of links to essays, comments, hotline numbers, website info, statistical data and a suggested reading list on topics relating to domestic violence.

Wilsy's Wild Web Site - This site has a section about MPD/DID and it done by the spouse of a MPD.

Before Suicide - Read this first - If you are thinking of suicide - Read this first.

Coping with Suicidal Thoughts - On-line source for self-help to reduce stress and depression, overcome addictive behaviors, improve relationships and enhance career and personal satisfaction.

Distress Centres Ontario - DCO is an association of twenty-four community-based Distress Centres in Ontario. Membership is voluntary and Centres pay an annual fee for services. For further information about our services please feel free to contact them.

Suicide hotlines in Canada - Crisis hotlines in Canada, if you are in suicidal crisis, emotional crisis or family crisis.

Suicide hotlines in other countries - Befrienders International is a network of 357 befriending centers world-wide.

Suicide hotlines in South Africa - Listing of crisis hotlines in South Africa.

Suicide hotlines in the USA - Listing of crisis hotlines in the United States.

The Samaritans - The primary aim of The Samaritans is to be available at any hour of the day or night to befriend those passing through personal crisis and in imminent danger of suicide. The Samaritans also seeks to alleviate human misery, isolation and despair by listening to and befriending those who feel that they have no one else to turn to who would understand and accept them.

San Francisco Suicide Prevention - Provides facts about suicide, warning signs, prevention measures, and things to watch for when assessing potential risk.

SA\VE - Suicide Awareness \ Voices of Education - The mission of SA\VE is to educate about suicide and to speak for suicide survivors. This site offers background information on suicide, suggestions on what to do if someone is suicidal, a reviewed book list, and discussion of grief following suicide.

Suicide @ Rochford.org - This site provides value-added web access to The Suicide FAQ and Internet Crisis Resources, the official postings on suicide to news.answers. The site also provides references to other suicide resources, including newsgroups and list servers. Has resources for the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

Suicide Information and Education Centre - SIEC is the largest English language suicide information resource centre and library in the world. Established in 1982, the SIEC collection contains more than 20,000 print and audiovisual materials on all aspects of suicidal behaviour. An excellent resource for both professional and non-professional materials. There are fees for most materials and search services.

World Health Organization - Information on demographic data by country, prevention, and resources.

Yahoo's Suicide Links - An excellent source of links, continuously updated.

Teen Suicide Issues

Facts About Youth Suicide in Main - The information contained here has been prepared to help you understand the suicidal process, recognize the warning signs, and learn ways to help prevent a suicide attempt.

Teenage Suicide Facts - List of suicide facts.

Youth Suicide Prevention Programs: A Resource Guide - Authoritative background information and recommendations provided by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Prevention information and links.

Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention - On this site you will find resources and information about suicide prevention.

Suicide and Suicide Prevention  - Website with information about suicide and suicide prevention.

Suicide Research

1000 Deaths - Devoted to grief support for survivors whose loved ones have committed suicide, and to prevention of suicide. The site grew out of the experience of Christine Smith, whose 15-year old son Trevor committed suicide. Site includes a memorial section, a writing and poetry project, news media watch, a discussion board, material on teen suicide, and a good list of links to related resources. You can search the Growth House database from this site.

Aeschi Working Group - A movement for improving the therapeutic approach to the suicidal person

American Association of Suicidology - A not-for-profit professional membership organization that promotes research, public awareness programs, and education and training for suicide professionals and volunteers.

American Association of Suicidology - Links, National Support Groups, Crisis Centers.

The Befrienders - A volunteer organization in Maylasia working with suicide and depression in youth. Web site has helpful background information on teen suicide and suggestions for how to help young people who may be suicidal.

Center for Disease Control Suicide Facts - Detailed facts on suicide.

Center for Disease Control Suicide Statistics - Detailed stats on number of suicides by year, age, etc.

Center for Therapy and Studies of Suicidal Behavior - information and links on the theme of suicidality and psychoanalysis.

European Network for Suicidology - European coordinated network covering initiatives and efforts in the area of suicide research and suicide prevention, involving researchers, clinicians, and volunteers.

Gay Teen Suicide Fact Sheet - A fact sheet provided by Parents, Families, And Friends Of Lesbians And Gays (PFLAG), a national non-profit organization. A high percentage of gay and lesbian youth (25-30%) attempt suicide, and gay and lesbian youth are at least 3 times more likely than heterosexual youth to attempt suicide.

Gay and Bisexual Male Youth Suicidality Studies - A compilation of references related to gay and bisexual male teen suicide. Homophobia causes many deaths each year. This site is a good source of research materials related to this aspect of youth suicide.

Growth House, Inc., General Death and Dying Directories Growth House Guide To Suicide - A directory of "Best of the Net" sites for suicide and its prevention. This page concentrates on suicide in non-terminal settings; for assisted suicide see our "Death With Dignity" section.

Healing After The Suicide Of A Loved One - By Ann Smoin and John Guinan. The abrupt ending of a life by suicide leaves special scars on those left behind. The survivors -- those affected by the suicide of a loved one -- often feel guilt, anger, shame, surprise, and other emotions that complicate their grief. This book is written from the perspective of family members, and will help you recognize that the feelings you are having are not uncommon. Includes a directory of worldwide support groups.

International Academy for Suicide Research (IASR) - The Academy promotes the high standards of research and scholarship in the field of suicidal behavior by fostering communication and cooperation among scholars engaged in such research.

Light For Life - A program for the prevention of youth suicide. The site provides information on their Yellow Ribbon program; the Yellow Ribbon Card is a business-d card that teens and youth can carry with them to aid in asking for help when they are in crisis. Also has information on warning signs, and suggestions on how to help a young person.

National Youth Suicide Prevention Strategy Communications Project - Authoritative background information and recommendations provided by the the Australian Commonwealth Department of Health and Family Services in conjunction with the Australian Institute of Family Studies and the Centre for Adolescent Health.

NIMH Suicide Research Consortium - Comprised primarily of NIMH scientists across the Institute who also administer research grants. The Consortium coordinates program development in suicide research across the Institute, identifies gaps in the scientific knowledge base on suicide across the life span, stimulates and monitors extramural research on suicide, keeps abreast of scientific developments in suicidology and public policy issues related to suicide surveillance, prevention and treatment, and disseminates science-based information on suicidology to the public, media, and policy makers.

Suicide and Parasuicide - Web Site Latest Technical Information on Suicide.

Oxford University Centre for Suicide Research - The work of the research group is focused on investigation of the causes, treatment and prevention of suicidal behaviour.

People of Color Against Suicide Web Site - People of Color Against Suicide.

Eating Disorders - Eating disorders afflict millions of people, thousands of which will die from them yearly. There is good news though, eating disorders can be beaten.

Alternatives for Youth - Alcohol and other drug information for teens.

Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse - CCSA, addictions, drugs, alcohol.

Canadian Health Network (Health Canada) - Website maintained by Health Canada.

Centre for Adolescent Health - The Centre for Adolescent Health aims to improve the health and well-being of young people from 10 - 24 years of age.

National Families in Action - National Families in Action is a national drug education, prevention, and policy center based in Atlanta, Georgia. Its mission is to help families and communities prevent drug abuse among children by promoting policies based on science.

Teen Challenge World Wide Network: Rohypnol Information Page - In order to be able to fight drugs, it is important to know all you can about them. That's why we have put together this listing for you. Each of these drug information pages include a description of the drug, its immediate and long-term effects as well as the paraphernalia associated with it.

Teens-Drugs-Disabilities - This checklist may be useful in helping to determine if a teen with a disability also has an alcohol and other drug abuse problem.

Virtual Party - There are things that you need to know and think about if you are going out partying, like you'll have to make some choices about drinking, maybe about using other drugs and even about sex.  The virtual-party is written by a group of young people. Make some choices and pick up some pointers on how to keep the harm out of your party-style.

Web of Addictions - The Web of Addictions is dedicated to providing accurateinformation about alcohol and other drug addictions.

Aboriginal Canada Portal - Your single window to Canadian Aboriginal on-line resources, contacts, information, and government programs and services.

Aboriginal Healing Foundation - To encourage and support Aboriginal people in building and reinforcing sustainable healing processes that address...Physical and Sexual Abuse in Residential Schools.

Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada (ANAC) - Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada (ANAC) on-line!  ANAC is a non-governmental, non-profit organization that was established out of the recognition that Aboriginal people's health needs can best be met and understood by health professionals of a similar cultural background. An affiliate group of the Canadian Nurses Asssociation, it is the only Aboriginal professional nursing organization in Canada.

Aboriginal Super Information Highway - Currently under construction.

Aboriginal Youth Network - The Aboriginal Youth Network is foremost an online resource created by youth for youth.

Anglican Church Apology - presented by Archbishop Michael Peers to native people for the church's role in the residential school system, plus the response to the apology.

Anglican Church: Residential Schools Legacy and Response - Information and resources dedicated to addressing the legacy of "Indian residential schools," the primary mechanism through which new Canadians sought to assimilate the First Nations.

Anglican Council of Indigenous Peoples - We are Indigenous Peoples of Canada who have chosen to be partners in the worldwide Anglican Communion and the universal church. Our members come from the four directions ... from the many First Nations who inhabit this land, even to the furthermost corners, and including the Inuit of the Arctic regions, the Métis and others of mixed heritage.

Assembly of First Nations - AFN website with numerious links.

Association of American Indian Physicians - AAIP is dedicated to pursuing excellence in Native American health care by promoting education in the medical disciplines, honoring traditional healing practices and restoring the balance of mind, body, and spirit.

Backgrounder on Residential Schools Department of Indian Affairs - Article about the origins of the residential school system predate Confederation and in part grew out of Canada's missionary experience with various religious organizations. The Federal Government began to play a role in the development and administration of this school system as early as 1874, mainly to meet its obligation, under the Indian Act, to provide an education to Aboriginal people, as well as to assist with their integration into the broader Canadian society.

Canadian Bar Association Guidelines For Lawyers Acting for Survivors of Aboriginal Residential Schools - This site provides members with a wide range of valuable information about the Society and its departments, including access to the Barristers' and Solicitors' Act, the Society’s Regulations, the Legal Ethics Handbook, Legal Directory On-line and the Society's publications. Information on Bar Council, the Executive Committee, the county bars and the various Society Committees is available as well.

The Circle Game - Shadows and Substance in the Indian Residential School Experience in Canada: A Report to the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples.

Congress of Aboriginal Peoples - Our primary goal at CAPonline is to provide you with information you are unlikely to find anywhere else about Aboriginal peoples across Canada who live in a non-reserve setting whether urban, rural or wilderness.

Gilbert Oskaboose's Column's - Gib writes a great column for Tribal Voice, many of his articles are on the abuse by the Jesuits in the First Nation Communities in Northern Ontario.

Manual for Front-Line Workers Dealing with Disclosures of Abuse in the Aboriginal Communities (Canada) - A manual posted on the Soliciter-General of Canada site for front line workers dealing with discloser, particularily in First Nations communities.

Native American Indian Resources - Various information pages.

Native Healing Connection , A Safe Place to Find Help - The Native Healing Connection is a sexual abuse counselor referral line. "We will give you the names and numbers of people who can help you in your area." 1-888-600-5464.

NativeWeb - NativeWeb is an international, nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to using telecommunications including computer technology and the Internet to disseminate information from and about indigenous nations, peoples, and organizations around the world; to foster communication between native and non-native peoples; to conduct research involving indigenous peoples' usage of technology and the Internet; and to provide resources, mentoring, and services to facilitate indigenous peoples' use of this technology. abuse, overeating and smoking cessation.

Provincial Residential School Project - Assist First Nations in British Columbia to recognize and be holistically empowered from the generational effects of residential schools by conducting research, promoting awareness, establishing partnerships and advocating for justice and healing.

Provincial Residential School Project Other names: Aboriginal Residential Abuse Project (ARAP), ARAP (Aboriginal Residential Abuse Project) - Provides help for, and promotes healing of, First Nations individuals and communities in BC who have experienced emotional, physical, sexual, and spiritual abuse in residential schools.

Residential Schools and Abuse by Heidi Kuran - Chronology by Arlene Vrtar on Residential Schools and Abuse. She is a LPN and RSW and has extensive experience with alcoholism, drug.

Residential School Experiences  - In Isabelle Knockwood's book Out of the Depths she tells of her experiences and the experiences of other "Mik'maw children at the Indian Residential School in Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia , Canada.

The Shingwauk project - The information presented on this Web Site attempts to recreate the past events of the Shingwauk Indian Residential School and interpret them as truthfully as possible.

Survivors of Clergy Abuse - The Linkup, the largest and most prominent victims’ and survivors’ advocacy group in North America, is dedicated to the fight for justice, prevention and the healing of victims. We track cases around the world, publishing up to date summaries and special in-depth articles in our newsletter, the Missing Link.

Turtle Island Native Network Resources - An Independent Aboriginal Owned and Operated News and Information Web Site. This is a business and commercial web site. It is not a non-profit organization.

The United Church of Canada - The Healing Fund was established as one important way for the church to live out its 1986 Apology to First Nations. The fund is being used to support many innovative and effective programs in Aboriginal communities which are helping people in the healing process.