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The Clearinghouse also has numerous outside resources available on topics related to mental health. From websites and guides to help consumers navigate the mental health system, to the latest research on consumer-driven services and systems transformation, our library can help you find the information you need.

Use the categories below to help direct your search, or see what we've added lately in the Recently Posted Resources. You can also call us at 1-800-553-4539 or email for more information on any of these topics. Our technical assistance staff can help you find what you're looking for if you don't see it here

Entries in Older adults (7)

Thursday
Jul192012

Building Bridges: Mental Health Consumers in Intergenerational Dialogue

Wednesday
Apr182012

Depression and Suicide in Older Adults Resource Guide

This resource guide, published on the American Psychological Association's website, lists journal articles, books, and book chapters pertaining to depression and suicide in older adults.

http://www.apa.org/pi/aging/resources/guides/depression.aspx

Wednesday
Apr182012

Talking with Your Doctor: A Guide for Older People

A booklet developed by the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, "to help older people communicate successfully with their doctors."

http://www.nia.nih.gov/sites/default/files/TWYD_0521_web.pdf

Wednesday
Apr182012

Older Adult Resources from the ADS Center

SAMHSA's Resource Center to Promote Acceptance, Dignity, and Social Inclusion Associated with Mental Health (ADS Center) resources for older adults.

http://promoteacceptance.samhsa.gov/audience/adults/brochures.aspx

Wednesday
Apr182012

Geriatric Mental Health Foundation

"The Geriatric Mental Health Foundation was established by the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry to raise awareness of psychiatric and mental health disorders affecting the elderly, eliminate the stigma of mental illness and treatment, promote healthy aging strategies, and increase access to quality mental health care for the elderly. Explore our site for mental health information for older adults and their families, to find a geriatric psychiatrist, for news of Foundation programs and events, and much more."

http://www.gmhfonline.org/gmhf/default.asp

Wednesday
Sep142011

SAMHSA: Older Adult Web Resources and Publications

Wednesday
Sep142011

NIMH: Older Adults and Mental Health

Information on older adults from the National Institute of Mental Health. Includes publications, latest research, and links to further information.

http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/older-adults-and-mental-health/index.shtml