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  • More Than 10% of U.S. Adults Develop Drug Problems
  • Third of Americans Have Alcohol Problems at Some Point
  • Medicaid Recipients Have Trouble Finding Mental Health Care


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    As An African American Man, You Have the Power to Stop Domestic Violence  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    The brochure suggests ways men can take action against domestic violence by communicating to other men that domestic violence is never acceptable. It offers practical steps African American men can ta... Details >
    Family Violence Prevention Fund
    Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing Outreach - National Domestic Violence Hotline  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    The Hotline strives to educate the public about the need for Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing abuse outreach programs. The toll-free TTY number, 1-800-787-3224, assist individuals with programs an... Details >
    National Domestic Violence Hotline
    Domestic Violence Links - Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This page provides various links related to Domestic Violence in general.... Details >
    Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community
    Domestic Violence: Definition, Overview and More  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This document presents information about domestic violence, including a definition and an overview. The document discusses dynamics of domestic violence, reactions of domestic violence victims, and pe... Details >
    National Center for Victims of Crime
    FAQ’s - Domestic Violence  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This page provides the most commonly asked questions about domestic violence.... Details >
    Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
    Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This journal offers information on vital issues surrounding aggression, aggression, maltreatment, and/or trauma. You'll learn how to prevent these behaviors, how to help victims, and how to intervene ... Details >
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    Journal of Emotional Abuse  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    The interdisciplinary Journal of Emotional Abuse provides a forum for interaction among practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in mental health, social services, law, child development, social a... Details >
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    Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect
    Also available in: Spanish
    The impact of child abuse and neglect is far greater than its immediate, visible effects. These experiences can shape child development and have consequences that last years, even lifetimes. This docu... Details >
    Child Welfare Information Gateway
    McGruff and Scruff's Drug and Violence Prevention Story and Activity Book
    Stories, games and quizzes especially for Native American children with important messages about drugs and alcohol, sexual abuse and other violent acts.... Details >
    Indian Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
    National Domestic Violence Hotline  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    The hotline offers crisis intervention, safety planning, information about domestic violence and referrals to local service providers. It also offers a direct connection to domestic violence resources... Details >
    National Domestic Violence Hotline
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    National Criminal Justice Reference Service, U.S. Department of JusticeExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Office on Violence Against Women - OVW
    American Bar Association Commission on Domestic ViolenceExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    American Counseling AssociationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    American Humane Association, Children's DivisionExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Asian & Pacific Islander Institute on Domestic ViolenceExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Center for the Pacific Asian Family External Links Disclaimer Logo
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    Family Violence Prevention FundExternal Links Disclaimer Logo

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