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http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual/section15/chapter187/187c.jsp
The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy is one of the most useful resources on the Internet when it comes to gathering information about psychological disorders. At this particular site, you will learn the symptoms of and different treatments for the various phobic disorders, and can link to other anxiety disorders. You may also use the search box to find any other psychological disorder you'd like to learn about.
( http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual/section15/chapter187/187c.jsp )
http://www.phobialist.com/
Here's a fun list to explore for phobias from A to Z (no Q's or Y's). There are also links to interesting (how phobias are named) and useful (e.g., treatment) resources.
( http://www.phobialist.com/ )
http://www.webmd.com/
At its Web site, WebMD Corporation offers a wide range of information to individuals in the medical field and to the general public. At its home page, you can conduct a search for any topic related to the medical field (including psychological disorders). Enter "phobia" and see what comes up. You may find articles on specific phobias, symptoms, prevalence, causes, diagnostic criteria, and treatment as well as links for more in-depth information.
( http://www.webmd.com )
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention/suicidefaq.cfm
The National Institute of Mental Health offers a vast library of information on mental health and mental illness. This particular site is a four-page article titled "Frequently Asked Questions About Suicide," including what you should do if you believe someone you know is suicidal (and MUCH more).
( http://www.nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention/suicidefaq.cfm )
http://www.adaa.org/
At the Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) you will find information about anxiety disorders including types, answers to frequently asked questions, how to find a therapist, information about clinical trials, and different treatment options.
( http://www.adaa.org/ )
http://www.psych.org/
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) provides useful resources to further educate consumers and patients about maintaining healthy minds and healthy lives. Visit the Healthy Minds Healthy Lives page for additional resources for improving and maintaining mental health.
( http://www.psych.org/ )
http://www.dbsalliance.org/index.html
Visit this Web site of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance to get more information about mood disorders. Check out the Ask the Doctors section where leading mood disorders experts answer questions.
( http://www.dbsalliance.org/index.html )
http://www.narsad.org/
National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression provides a link to facts about brain disorders and conditions from A to Z. Also, click on the news and events link to get the most up to date information.
( http://www.narsad.org/ )
http://www.euthanasia.com/
This site contains comprehensive information for research on physician-assisted suicide and includes arguments for both sides of the issue as well as providing personal, medical, and legal articles.
( http://www.euthanasia.com/ )







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