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Brochures and Fact Sheets in English

5 Action Steps to Help Someone Having Thoughts of Suicide

This fact sheet presents five steps for helping someone having thoughts of suicide: Ask, Be There, Help Keep Them Safe, Help Them Connect, and Follow Up.

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ADHD in Adults: 4 Things to Know

Information about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and resources to find help.

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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: What You Need to Know

Information about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and resources for children, teens, and adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

Describes autism spectrum disorder (ASD): signs and symptoms; causes and risk factors; diagnosis in children, teens, and adults; and treatments.

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Bipolar Disorder

Information on bipolar disorder including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment options, and resources to find help for yourself or others.

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Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens

Information about bipolar disorder in children and teens including causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to help.

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Bipolar Disorder in Teens and Young Adults: Know the Signs

This infographic presents common signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder in teens and young adults.

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Borderline Personality Disorder

Learn about NIMH research on borderline personality disorder, including signs and symptoms and potential treatments for borderline personality disorder.

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Children and Mental Health: Is This Just a Stage?

Information on children’s mental health including behavioral assessments, when to seek help, treatment, and guidance on working with your child’s school.

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Clinical Research Trials and You: Questions and Answers

Learn about what a clinical trial is, potential risks and benefits, safety and ethical guidelines, and what people might experience during a clinical trial.

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Depression

Information about depression including the different types of depression, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to find help.

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Depression in Women: 4 Things to Know

Information about depression in women including signs and symptoms, types of depression unique to women, treatment options, and how to find help.

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Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder: The Basics

Information about disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, including a what it is, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and tips for parents and caregivers.

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Eating Disorders: What You Need to Know

Information about eating disorders including risk factors, types of eating disorders, symptoms, treatment, and how to find help for yourself or someone else.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Suicide

Information about suicide risk factors, warning signs, treatments, therapies, how to find help for yourself or others, and research about suicide prevention.

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder: When Worry Gets Out of Control

Information about generalized anxiety disorder including common signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help.

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Get Excited About Mental Health Research!

This printable coloring and activity book for children ages 8-12 has information about mental health research and paths to becoming a mental health researcher.

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Get Excited About the Brain!

This free science education activity book helps kids ages 8-12 learn facts about the brain with coloring and puzzles about brain science and research.

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Helping Children and Adolescents Cope With Traumatic Events

This fact sheet presents information on how children and adolescents respond to traumatic events, and what family, friends, and trusted adults can do to help.

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I’m So Stressed Out! Fact Sheet

This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed.

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I’m So Stressed Out! Infographic

A brief social media graphic about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed.

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Let’s Talk About Eating Disorders

This infographic presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders.

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Looking at My Genes: What Can They Tell Me About My Mental Health?

This fact sheet provides information on how you can look at your family health history and your genes to determine your risk of developing a mental disorder.

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My Mental Health: Do I Need Help?

Information about assessing your mental health and deciding if you need help. It provides examples of symptoms, self-care activities, and how to seek help.

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National Institute of Mental Health: Celebrating 75 Years

This booklet provides an overview of NIMH’s 75-year history, charting a timeline of key events and major research programs and public health initiatives.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: When Unwanted Thoughts or Repetitive Behaviors Take Over

Information on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) including signs and symptoms, causes, and treatment options such as psychotherapy and medication.

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PANDAS—Questions and Answers

Information about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections.

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Panic Disorder: When Fear Overwhelms

Information about panic disorder, including common signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help.

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Perinatal Depression

This brochure provides information about perinatal depression including signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how you or a loved one can get help.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Information about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) including what it is, who develops PTSD, symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help.

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Schizophrenia

This brochure provides information about schizophrenia including symptoms, causes, treatment options, and how to find help for yourself or a loved one.

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Seasonal Affective Disorder

Information about seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression, including signs and symptoms, how SAD is diagnosed, causes, and treatment options.

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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): More Than the Winter Blues

This infographic provides information about how to recognize the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and what to do to get help.

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Social Anxiety Disorder: More Than Just Shyness

Information about social anxiety disorder, including common signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help.

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Stand Up to Stress!

This free coloring and activity book helps kids learn simple ways to manage stress and boost their mental well-being.

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Teen Depression: More Than Just Moodiness

This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression and how to get help.

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The Teen Brain: 7 Things to Know

Learn about how the teen brain grows, matures, and adapts to the world.

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Tips for Talking With a Health Care Provider About Your Mental Health

Five tips to help prepare and guide you on how to talk to a health care provider about your mental health and get the most out of your visit.

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Understanding Psychosis

This fact sheet presents information on psychosis including causes, signs and symptoms, treatment, and resources for help.

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Understanding the Link Between Chronic Disease and Depression

Information about the link between depression and chronic disease, including symptoms of depression and resources to find help for yourself or someone else.

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Warning Signs of Suicide

This infographic presents behaviors and feelings that may be warning signs that someone is thinking about suicide.

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What Are Common Types of Eating Disorders?

Information about eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, and avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).

What Is Telemental Health?

Information about telemental health (“telehealth”), including potential benefits and drawbacks and factors to consider when looking for a provider.

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