Online Resources
Jump to related linksThere is a wealth of information on the internet with many great resources for mental health. Mercy College has compiled a list of resources below.
Suicide Prevention for College Students
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External LinkNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
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External LinkIMAlive
IMAlive is a live online network that uses instant messaging to respond to people in crisis.
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External LinkCrisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information via a medium people already use and trust: text.
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External LinkThe Trevor Project Lifeline for LGBTQ
A crisis intervention and suicide prevention resource for LGBTQ youth.
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External LinkULifeline
An online resource for college mental health resources and support.
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Sexual Assault
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External LinkRape, Abuse, & Incest National Network (RAINN)
Support, information, advice, and referrals from support specialists trained in helping those who experience sexual assault.
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External LinkNational Sexual Violence Resource Network
NSVRC provides leadership in preventing and responding to sexual violence through collaboration, sharing and creating resources, and promoting research.
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General Mental and Emotional Health Concerns
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Document .pdfGuide to College Student Mental Health
A comprehensive guide to help college students identify common mental health disorders, their warning signs, when to seek treatment and how to manage them.
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External LinkHalf of Us
Through Half of Us, mtvU and The Jed Foundation aim to initiate a public dialogue to raise awareness about mental health issues and connect students to resources.
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External LinkHelp Guide
HelpGuide is a non-profit guide to free mental, emotional, and social wellness resources.
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External LinkMental Health Screening Tools
Screenings for mental health conditions
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External LinkNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI on Campus clubs are student-led, student-run mental health organizations on college campuses.
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External LinkPsychCentral
The Internet’s largest and oldest independent mental health online resource, run by mental health professionals.
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External LinkThe University of Michigan Depression Center
A comprehensive center dedicated to bringing depression into the mainstream of medical research, care, education and public policy.
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Eating Disorders
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External LinkNational Association for Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
An online resource with the goal to alleviate suffering and provide support for those afflicted with eating disorders.
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External LinkNational Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
Resources provided by the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders.
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Meditation
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External LinkThe Meditation Room
A guided online experience to practice meditation, featuring relaxing music, relaxing music, binaural beats, and guided meditations.
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Test Anxiety
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Document .pdfTest Anxiety
A practical guide with information and techniques to manage and overcome test-related anxiety.
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Local Resources
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External LinkHelp Network
The Help Network, located in Northeast Ohio, provides 24/7 crisis intervention, suicide prevention and intervention, referrals, support services and counseling services to persons experiencing mental health related and/or situational problems.
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External LinkUnited Way 2-1-1
A community resource of mental, physical and emotional support resources serving Hancock, Lucas, Ottawa and Wood county residents.
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External LinkComprehensive Crisis Care Resource Directory
Find crisis care resources based on your location and individual needs.
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External LinkZepf Center
The Zepf Center Crisis CARE Helpline is available to help now, any time, any day to help people struggling with mental health and addiction needs.
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