HSP Disease Resources

HSP Disease is a common problem for highly sensitive people. The following resources can be a starting point in researching care solutions so that an HSP get the care they need.

Cognitive Disorder Type of HSP Disease

Dyslexia:

International Dyslexia Association: The oldest organization for dyslexia and language learning disorder types of HSP disease with forty-five offices in the US and Canada and twenty-two global partners. It focuses on four areas of service: advocacy, information and referral services, parent support and outreach and standards and practices for service providers.

Council for Learning Disabilities: An international organization promoting evidence-based teaching, and collaboration, research, leadership, and advocacy. It is a professional organization of individuals committed to the education and quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities and others who experience learning challenges.

Teaching LD: Since the 1980's this volunteer organization, one of
17 special interest groups of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), the largest international professional organization of its kind, has been dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. HSP disease includes learning disabilities and can affected the gifted.

Stuttering:

National Stuttering Association: Founded in 1977, NSA began its advocacy with the creation of self help groups which now number 125. It has been instrumental in building awareness and support for stutterers and an international base of professionals and advocates for the cause of stutterers - who suffer from this HSP disease.

Stuttering Foundation of America: Founded in 1947, the Stuttering Foundation of America offers online resources for parents, children, adult stutterers, educations and supports research on behalf of the stuttering population.

International Stuttering Association: ISA is the collaborative effort of the World Congresses for People Who Stutter and ELSA, the European League of Stuttering Associations. Its mission is to educate, communicate, collaborate, support and facilitate all forms of support for stutterers.

Delayed Speech:

Late Talkers: This organization provides a large database of online information support and research to assist in helping late talkers and parent of late talkers. Late talking is a form of HSP disease.

Apraxia-Kids: Also known as CASANA, this organization raises public awareness about apraxia, offers networking and partnership resources, education, and advocacy for children with apraxia.

ADD/ADHD:

Attention Deficit Disorder Association: Twenty years ago ADDA was founded to provide information, resources and networking opportunities to help adults with Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), an HSP disease, lead better lives. It focuses on the diagnosis, treatments, strategies and techniques for helping adults with AD/HD lead better lives.

CHADD: CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S. Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others.

4 ADHD: a huge online resource on ADHD with articles, resources on organizations and support, medication and how-to advice.

Tourette Syndrome:

The Tourette Syndrome Association: Founded in 1972, Tourette Syndrome Association is the only national voluntary non-profit membership organization in this field. Their purpose is to identify the cause of, find the cure for and control the effects of Tourette Syndrome, an HSP disease, with resources and referrals for those who need assistance.

Asperger Syndrome:

US Autism & Asperger Association: This organization, founded in 1994, provides Autism and Asperger education, support, and solutions. Its stated mission is to provide immediate solutions through expert guidance and compassionate support, consolidate the overwhelming amount of information and resources to simplify the lives of all associated with the HSP disease of autism, individualize education on treatments and services for the diverse population of those affected and provide networking opportunities for parents, professionals, students, educators, and individuals.

Oasis @ MAAP: A collaboration of OASIS and MAAP, this site provides articles, educational resources, links to local, national and international support groups, sources of professional help, lists of camps and schools, conference information, recommended reading, and moderated support message boards.

Chromosomal Anomalies Type of HSP Disease

Down's Syndrome:

National Association for Down's Syndrome: Founded in 1961 and based in Chicago by parents who chose to go against medical advice and raised their children with the HSP Disease of Down's syndrome at home, the National Association for Down's Syndrome has made it easier for later generations of individuals with Down syndrome to be accepted by their families and communities, to develop their capabilities, and to work towards independence. They provide information, support and advocacy.

National Down Syndrome Society: The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to be the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.

UK Down's Synrome Association: The only UK organization focused solely on Down's syndrome, it has become a network of 126 regional volunteer groups providing information and support for people with Down's syndrome, their families and carers, and the professionals who work with them. They strive to improve knowledge of the condition and champion the rights of people with Down's syndrome, an HSP disease of highly sensitive people.

Turner Syndrome:

Turner Syndrome Society of the US: This organozation provides health-related resources to patients, families and physicians for the diagnosis and treatment of Turner syndrome with a network of over 600 members and 100 volunteers.

Turner Syndrome Foundation: The goal of the TSF is to support research and develop programs which will increase professional awareness and enhance medical care of those affected by the HSP disease, Turner Syndrome. They offer professional, medical and educational resources.

Turner Syndrome Support Society - UK: TSSS offers support, advice and information to women and girls with Turner Syndrome and their families. It partners with relevant specialists to promote a good basis for education and management of Turner Syndrome.and works with other support groups, both domestic and international to help develop awareness and greater understanding of Turner Syndrome worldwide.

Klinefelter Syndrome:

American Association for Klinefelter Syndrome: AKSIS is dedicated to providing accurate and current information about Klinefelter Syndrome and is a network for individuals, families, and anyone interesting in learning more about Klinefelter Syndrome.

Klinefelter Syndrome Association - UK: In promoting the health and the welfare of all persons affected by Klinefelter's Syndrome the Association seeks to raise the profile of the condition with the medical profession, other public and private bodies and the general public so that all understand its implications, not only for the individual and those around them of this HSP disease.

Physiological Anomalies Types of HSP Disease

Neural Tube Defects:

Spina Bifida Association: Since 1973, SBA has been the only national voluntary health agency solely dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with Spina Bifida and those whose lives are touched by this challenging birth defect. Its tools are education, advocacy, research, and service.

Scoliosis:

Scoliosis Association: Founded in 1974, this organization serves as a national information and support network for scoliosis patients and their families, offers non-medical advice, educates patients, their families and the general public about scoliosis and other spinal disorders, supports research into scoliosis and other spinal disorders, develops local chapters of the Association, and promotes public awareness on national, international and local levels of the HSP disease, scoliosis.

National Scoliosis Foundation: NSF is a patient led organization founded in 1976. Its focus is on promoting public awareness, providing reliable information, fostering ongoing research in the field, and educating and nurturing the community of those affected by scoliosis.

Cleft palate/Harelip:

The American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association: Cleft Palate Foundation operates the CLEFTLINE – 1-800-24-CLEFT – and produces free publications. The CLEFTLINE is an 800-toll free service providing information to callers about clefts and other craniofacial anomalies. Callers can request information about cleft palate/craniofacial teams and parent-patient support groups in their local region.

Operation Smile: Operation Smile is a mobilized force of medical professionals and caring individuals who provide safe, effective reconstructive surgery for children born with facial deformities such as cleft lip and cleft palate. Since 1982, Operation Smile — through the help of dedicated medical volunteers — has provided free surgeries to children around the world. As one of the most prominent children’s charities in the world and with a presence in over 60 countries, they are able to heal children’s smiles and bring hope for a better future for so many children suffering from this HSP disease.

Cleft Lip and Palate Association - UK: CLAPA provides support and information to new parents, specialized bottles and teats for babies, activities for children and young people, advice on accessing treatment for adults, and volunteering opportunities as individuals or through our branches. They work closely with the specialist cleft teams and generic health professionals to ensure that people receive the best possible care.

Hypopigmentation

National Oranization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation: NOAH is a volunteer organization that provides information and support regarding albinism and related conditions, promotes public and professional education about these conditions, Encourages research and funding that will lead to improved diagnosis and management of albinismn, an HSP disease, and provides networking for those with special interests related to albinism such as minority groups and Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome.

Autoimmune Disorder Types of HSP Disease

Celiac Disease:

Celiac Disease Foundation: CDF is dedicated to providing services and support regarding Celiac Disease and Dermatitis Herpetiformis, through programs of awareness, education, advocacy and research.

Canadian Celiac Association: Founded by Scott Adams in 1995, celiac.com offers a wealth of resources about celiac disease, foods to eat and avoid, literature, journals and blogs on the disease and physician information.

Celiac Sprue Association: CSA offers educational materials on celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis to patients, their families, health care professionals and others, creates support groups for patients and their families, disseminates research information, offers diet information and recommendations, works with industry and government regarding food labeling for celiacs, and collaborates with other organizations regarding celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis.

Celiac Associations Around the World: a list of celiac associations around the world to assist the celiac traveler with their challenging HSP disease.

Regional Ileitis/ Ulcerative Colitis/Crohn's Disease:

Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America: CCFA is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. It was founded in 1967. It funds cutting-edge studies at major medical institutions, nurtures investigators at the early stages of their careers, and finances underdeveloped areas of research.

National Association for Colitis and Crohn's Disease UK: this organization offers information on all aspects of colitis and Crohn's disease, a central support service as well as local group support, support for parents and help addressed to children to help them understand their HSP disease.

Type 1 Diabetes (Insulin dependent) :

American Diabetes Association: Their purpose is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes by funding research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes, delivering services to hundreds of communities, providing objective and credible information and giving voice to those denied their rights because of the HSP disease, diabetes.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation: For forty years, JDRF-funded research has advanced type 1 diabetes-related science. They have organized their research program efforts under burdens of type 1 diabetes and its complications; and Cure Therapies, to bring about an end to type 1 diabetes once and for all.

National Diabetes Association: NDA helps people find ways to improve their diabetes management by providing helpful information to educate diabetics, their families, and/or any interested parties. They offer numerous articles and educational visuals. They also advocate for the rights and health needs of diabetics throughout the USA.

Hashimoto's Disease - Hypothyroidism:

American Thyroid Association: ATA is the leading organization focused on thyroid biology and the prevention and treatment of thyroid disorders through excellence and innovation in research, clinical care, education, and public health.

British Thyroid Association: The official site of the British Thyroid Assocation, a non-profit making Learned Society of professional clinical specialist doctors and scientists in the United Kingdom who manage patients with thyroid disease and/or are researching into the thyroid and its diseases in humans.

Rheumatoid Arthritis:

Arthritis Foundation:

The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. Founded in 1948, the Arthritis Foundation is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948. The foundation helps people take control of arthritis by providing public health education; pursuing public policy and legislation; and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis, an HSP disease.

American College of Rheumatology: The American College of Rheumatology advances rheumatology through its organization of physicians, health professionals, and scientists and programs of education, research, advocacy and practice support.

Arthritis National Research Foundation: The Arthritis National Research Foundation funds scientists to cure arthritis by discovering the causes of arthritis and its related diseases including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, juvenile arthritis and other autoimmune diseases.

Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America: MGFA is the only national volunteer health agency in the United States dedicated solely to the fight against myasthenia gravis. MGFA has over 20 chapters around the United States serving patients and their families and caregivers through support groups and programs. MGFA is committed to finding a cure for myasthenia gravis and closely related disorders, improving treatment options, and providing information and support to people with myasthenia gravis through research, education, community programs and advocacy.

Lupus Erythematosus

Lupus Foundation of America: LFA is the foremost national nonprofit health organization dedicated to finding the causes of and cure for lupus and providing support, services and hope to all people affected by lupus through information, local support chapters, research and outreach.

The Lupus Site - UK: This lupus website offers a wealth of information on what the HSP disease lupus is, and how to treat it. It offers a community, books and a store as well.

Other Immune Disorder Types of HSP Disease

Breast Cancer:

National Breast Cancer Foundation:

NCBF's mission is to save lives through early detection, to provide mammograms for those in need, increase awareness through education, provide diagnostic breast care services for those in need, and provide nurturing support services.

American Cancer Society : ACS is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. ACS has 12 chartered Divisions, more than 900 local offices nationwide, and a presence in more than 5,100 communities. Its mission is early cancer detection, developing treatment methods, research for cures and promoting quality health care for all.

American Breast Cancer Foundation: ABCF provides individuals in financial need, their families and their loved ones with education, support, and access to early detection. They are the only national breast cancer organization providing direct financial assistance to uninsured and underserved individuals for the screening, diagnosis, treatment and survival of breast cancer. The ABCF Key to Life Breast Cancer Assistance Program provides breast cancer patients with financial assistance for support items such as emergency treatment, wigs, prostheses and medications. Critical information and referral services are provided to support patients and their families.

Breast Cancer Research Foundation: BCRF's mission is both prevention and a cure for breast cancer by providing critical funding for innovative research at leading medical centers worldwide, and increasing public awareness about good breast health. Since its inception, the Foundation has raised over $320 million to support clinical and translational research at medical institutions across the globe conducting the most advanced and promising breast cancer research. BCRF support for promising yet untried ideas is a crucial component of this research.

Prostate Cancer:

Prostate Cancer Foundation: Firmly committed to curing prostate cancer, the Prostate Cancer Foundation is the leading philanthropic organization funding and accelerating research globally. Since 1993, their unique strategies for identifying and investing in the most promising research programs have generated life-saving results, channeling resources to the world’s top scientific minds—cutting red tape and encouraging collaboration to speed breakthroughs.

American Cancer Society: ACS is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. ACS has 12 chartered Divisions, more than 900 local offices nationwide, and a presence in more than 5,100 communities. Its mission is early cancer detection, developing treatment methods, research for cures and promoting quality health care for all.

Prostate Cancer Canada: Prostate Cancer Canada raises funds for the development of programs related to awareness, public education, advocacy, support of those affected, and research into the prevention, detection, treatment and cure of prostate cancer, an HSP disease.

Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Carcinoma/ Malignant Melanoma:

The Skin Cancer Foundation: Since its founding in 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has been educating the public and the medical profession about skin cancer, its prevention by means of sun protection, the need for early detection, and prompt, effective treatment. It is the only international organization devoted solely to combating the world’s most common cancer, now occurring at epidemic levels.

American Cancer Society: ACS is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. ACS has 12 chartered Divisions, more than 900 local offices nationwide, and a presence in more than 5,100 communities. Its mission is early cancer detection, developing treatment methods, research for cures and promoting quality health care for all.

American Melanoma Foundation: Since 1990, AMF has supported research for new treatments in melanoma, an HSP disease. AMF contributes to the general community with education and awareness programs as well as to the patient community through patient support groups, a critical need for patients with this disease and the unique issues they are facing.

Migraine Headaches:

Magnum: The National Migraine Association : The National Migraine Association's mission is to bring public awareness to the fact that migraine, an HSP disease is a true biologic neurological disease, to assist Migraine sufferers, their families, and co-workers, to help improve the quality of life and lessen the burden of migraine disease and head-pain disorder worldwide, and to encourage NIH to adequately fund research of migraine disease & headache disorders to reflect the level of disease burden on the nation.

The American Headache Society: The mission of AHS is to continue to improve the knowledge, skills and professional performance of physicians, psychologists and other health professionals in the care of patients with head, neck and orofacial pain by providing a forum for presentation of free scientific communication on research and clinical practice, improving education in medical schools and residency programs, identifying and developing new educational initiatives and supporting educational programs directed to people with head, neck and orofacial pain.

Migraine Action Association - UK: Migraine Action helps migraineurs and their families with information that help them identify their trigger factors and recognise early warning signs of a migraine, by providing information on treatment to help bring the condition under control, by offering information about the latest research, by encouraging the opening of specialist migraine clinics and supporting their work and eliminating feelings of isolation by providing support and keeping you in touch with other migraineurs.

International Migraine Associations: a list of migraine sites around the world for sufferers of this HSP disease.

Asthma and Hay Fever/ Food Alllergies:

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: AAFTA, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1953, is the oldest and leading patient organization for people with asthma and allergies in the world and dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with asthma and allergic diseases through education, advocacy and research.

American Lung Association: For over 100 years the American Lung Association has worked to improve lung health through advocacy against smoking, funding of lung health research and their Christmas Seals campaign.

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology: AAAAI is the largest professional medical organization in the United States devoted to the allergy/immunology specialty represents asthma specialists, clinical immunologists, allied health professionals and others with a special interest in the research and treatment of allergic disease. Established in 1943, the AAAAI has nearly 6,500 members in the United States, Canada and 60 other countries. AAAAI is devoted to the advancement of the knowledge and practice of allergy, asthma and immunology for optimal patient care.

European Federation of Allergy and Airway Diseases: EFA was created to combine the forces of national patient associations on the HSP disease, asthma, and allergy for results at European level and to improve the health and quality of life of people in Europe with those diseases. Serving the interests of allergy and airways patients at the national level is the primary responsibility of individual members and EFA represents member organisations at European level by facilitating collaboration, sharing of knowledge and experiences.

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network: FAAN’s mission is to raise public awareness, to provide advocacy and education, and to advance research on behalf of all those affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis.

Healthline Anatomy of an Asthma Attack Beautiful A beautiful visually appealing page that shows how an asthma attack works and offers other information about asthma attacks.

Eczema/ Psoriasis:

National Eczema Association: The National Eczema Association improves the health and quality of life for individuals with eczema through research, support and education.

National Psoriasis Foundation: NPF is a non-profit, voluntary health agency dedicated to finding a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis and eliminating their devastating effects through research, advocacy and education.

Neurological and Psychological Anomalies Types of HSP Disease

Alzheimer's Disease:

Alzheimer's Association: The Alzheimer's Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in the care and support of Alzheimer's, an HSP disease, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer research.

Alzheimer's Society - UK: Alzheimer's Society staff and volunteers provide both local information and over 2,000 services across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to people affected by dementia in their communities. Their local services include day care and home care for people with dementia, as well as support services to help partners and families cope with the demands of caring. From Alzheimer's Café's and innovative 'singing for the brain' sessions to memory-book projects and group outings, their services provide both practical support and an essential point of human contact.

Alzheimer's Foundation of America: Their mission is ”to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families—through member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.”

Autism Spectrum Disorders:

National Autism Association: The mission of the National Autism Association is to respond to the most urgent needs of the autism community, providing information about autism, programs such as those to combat wandering, and products and supplements.

Autism Society: The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. We do this by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy of this HSP disease.

US Autism & Asperger Association: USAAA is dedicated to offering immediate solutions through expert guidance and compassionate support, being an information and resource hub on autism, providing individualized education on treatments and services and offering networking connection for parents, professionals, students, educators, and individuals.

Autism Speaks: Founded in 2005, Autism Speaks has become the nation's largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.

Developmental Disabilities/ Mental Retardation:

American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: AAIDD promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and is a strong advocate for universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The ARC: The ARC is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. They serve all ages and all spectrums from autism, Down syndrome, Fragile X and various other developmental disabilities.

NADD: NADD is a not-for-profit membership association established for professionals, care providers and families to promote understanding of and services for individuals who have developmental disabilities and mental health needs. The mission of NADD is to advance mental wellness for persons with developmental disabilities through education and the promotion of excellence in mental health care.

Seizure and Vestibular Disorders:

Epilepsy Foundation : EFA is a suport organization for people with the HSP disease, epilepsy and their families. They offer extensive communitive, educational and medical information for epilepsy sufferers.

Vestibular Disorders Association: Veda helps people with the HSP disease, vestibular disorders, with information education, referrals and support services.

Psychological Disorders

Schizophrenia and Psychosis:

NARSAD Brain and Behavior Research: The Brain and Behavior Research Foundation (formerly NARSAD, the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression) is committed to alleviating the suffering of mental illness by awarding grants that will lead to advances and breakthroughs in scientific research. 100% of all donor contributions for research are invested in NARSAD Grants leading to discoveries in understanding causes and improving treatments of HSP diseases and disorders in children and adults, such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and anxiety disorders like obsessive-compulsive and post-traumatic stress disorders.

The Huxley Institute: The Huxley Institute-American Schizophrenia Association has found a way to bring effective and low cost treatment to those people who will otherwise waste away in institutions, or spend their entire lives suffering in an agony because they don't understand and can't escape from their illness because the resources are not there to help them. Orthomolecular psychiatry, a treatment that costs substantially less than psychotherapy and other related classical treatments, has already cured, or greatly aided in the recovery of over 30,000 patients who were previously given up as "hopeless" cases.

World Psychiatric Association: The WPA is an association of national psychiatric societies aimed to increase knowledge and skills necessary for work in the field of mental health and the care for the mentally ill. Its member societies are presently135, spanning 117 different countries and representing more than 200,000 psychiatrists and is a good information source for those seeking to identify their country psychiatric organizations.

American Psychological Association: APA is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. With more than 154,000 members, APA is the largest association of psychologists worldwide.
The mission of the APA is to advance the creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people’s lives.

Dissociative Identity Disorder:

International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation: ISSTD address the prevalence and consequences of chronic trauma and dissociation, an HSP disease, making effective treatment available for all who suffer from the effects of chronic or complex trauma.

Bipolar Disorder:

International Society for Bipolar Disorders: The Society is a recognized forum fostering ongoing international focus and collaboration on education and research with an objective to advance the treatment of all aspects of bipolar disorders, resulting in improvements in outcomes/quality of life for those with bipolar disorder and their significant others.

National Alliance on Mental Illness: NAMI's greatest strength is their grassroots organization offering education, support and advocacy to strengthen communities across the country.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: DBSA is the leading patient-directed national organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses. The organization fosters an environment of understanding about the impact and management of these life-threatening illnesses by providing up-to-date, scientifically based tools and information written in language the general public can understand.

Depression

Depression/Anxiety Disorders of America: ADAA is a leader in advocacy, education, training, and research for anxiety and stress-related disorders.

DRADA: The Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association (DRADA) is a nonprofit organization whose mission includes providing information about depressive disorders.

NARSAD: The Brain and Behavior Research Foundation (formerly NARSAD, the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression) is committed to alleviating the suffering of mental illness by awarding grants that will lead to advances and breakthroughs in scientific research. 100% of all donor contributions for research are invested in NARSAD Grants leading to discoveries in understanding causes and improving treatments of HSP diseases and disorders in children and adults, such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and anxiety disorders like obsessive-compulsive and post-traumatic stress disorders.

Suicide:

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: AFSP invests in groundbreaking research, new educational campaigns, innovative demonstration projects and critical policy work. By increasing the number of chapters in the organization, they are expanding their assistance to people whose lives have been affected by suicide, reaching out to offer support and offering opportunities to become involved in prevention.

International Association for Suicide Prevention: This organization aims to prevent suicidal behaviour, alleviate its effects, and provide a forum for academics, mental health professionals, crisis workers, volunteers and suicide survivors.

Sleep Disorders:

American Sleep Association: ASA is a national organization focused on improving public awareness about sleep disorders and sleep health, promoting sleep medicine research, and providing a portal for communication between patients, physicians/healthcare professionals, corporations, and scientists.

American Academy of Sleep Medicine: AASM is the only professional society dedicated exclusively to the medical subspecialty of sleep medicine. As the leading voice in the field of sleep medicine, the AASM sets standards and promotes excellence in health care, education and research.

National Sleep Foundation: The National Sleep Foundation is a charitable, educational, and scientific not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving sleep health and safety through education, public awareness, and advocacy.

Chemical Dependence

International Association for Pain and Chemical Dependency:
The International Association for Pain and Chemical Dependency is an international organization dedicated to promoting appropriate and effective treatment for all patients with pain, including individuals with substance abuse, mental health or other co-occurring problems that may make treatment more challenging.

Narcotics Anonymous: Narcotics Anonymous sprang from the Alcoholics Anonymous Program of the late 1940s. The primary service provided by Narcotics Anonymous is the NA group meeting where, like AA, members support each others efforts toward a healthy life.

National Institute on Drug Abuse: NIDA's mission is to lead bring the power of science to bear on the HSP disease of drug abuse and addiction through the strategic support and conduct of research across a broad range of disciplines and the rapid and effective dissemination and use of the results of that research to significantly improve prevention, treatment and policy as it relates to drug abuse and addiction.

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