Resources
Suicide:
Emergency Contacts at Georgia College A list of who to call in the event of an emergency.
The Jed Foundation A national organization working to prevent suicide and promote mental health among college students.
Cry For Help Video and resources for suicide
Mood Disorders:
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
National College Depression Partnership
Screening Test for Bipolar Spectrum Disorders
Anxiety:
Anxiety Disorders Association of America The ADAA site provides information, self-tests, and helpful suggestions related to anxiety.
Relaxation:
Meditation Video from MayoClinic.com (approximately 7 minutes)
Eating Disorders:
National Eating Disorders Association
The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness
Eating Disorders Anonymous Provides meeting times in Athens and Atlanta Area as well as links to eating disorder information.
Drugs and Alcohol:
Sexual Assault:
Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network
ADHD/Learning Disabilities:
Sleep:
General Interest:
Counseling Center Village Provides Links to College Counseling Center Resources around the country including "virtual pamphlets" on a wide range of topics pertinent to students.
ULifeline - ULifeline is an online resource center for college student mental health and emotional well being.
Go Ask Alice A question and answer forum for health and mental health issues offered by Columbia University.
Half of Us The site focuses on mental health awareness by using the stories of both celebrities and average students who have dealt with mental health issues.
Other People You Can Talk To On Campus:
Peer Educators Nationally certified student listeners who are available to confidentially help other students problem solve and connect with campus resources.
QPR (Question, Persuade and Refer) GC students and employees who have undergone state training to be compassionate listeners who will help the campus community to access resources in the event of a suicide crisis. Look for door decals around campus to identify "Safe Zones."
Professional Organizations:
American College Counseling Association
American College Personnel Association
American Counseling Association
American Psychological Association
Georgia College Counseling Association
