Maplewood Library: Mental Health Resources

Press release from the Maplewood Library:

Robert Nealon

2022-05-27

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Provides help and support for those affected by suicide

Amwell Provides on-demand and scheduled tele-health and -mental health services via your phone, tablet or computer.

Mental Health Association in NJ A statewide non-profit organization for people with behavioral health and substance use disorders and their families.

Mental Help Net A resource for those managing mental health and addiction issues.

National Alliance on Mental Illness - NJ A statewide non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through education, support, advocacy and public awareness programs.

National Institute of Mental Health Learn about behaviors and warning signs that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Provides 24/7, free and confidential phone support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.

NJ Self-help Group Clearinghouse Helps people find and form support groups in order to not feel alone in times of need.

NJ State Crisis Helplines NJ Department of Health phone hotlines for mental health and addiction

Psych Central Provides resources and support for emotional well-being, deeper self-awareness, and tools for the journey ahead.

RAINN Provides support and resources for victims of sexual assault.

SMI Adviser Offers clinical support for those struggling with serious mental illness.

The Trevor Project The world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) young people.

Organizations and Services

American Psychological Association : Resources for Children’s Mental Health

Psychologists can help children cope with such problems as anxiety and depression, hyperactivity, conflicts with parents and stressful events like divorce or a parent’s death.

The Parenting Center of the South Orange Maplewood School District

Serves elementary school families in the South Orange Maplewood School District. It provides parents with a full range of support as they help their children grow and develop. Services are free and on an "as needed" basis.

Book Lists

Association for Library Services to Children (ALSC) Tough Topics Booklist

Lists to help inspire conversations with children going through challenging situations like the death of a loved one, an unexpected move, natural disasters and more.

ALSC Comforting Reads for Difficult Times Booklist

Links to resources for adults to support children.

Zero to Three: Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health

Resources to support the parents and caregivers of babies and toddlers

This press release was produced by the Maplewood Library. The views expressed here are the author’s own.