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Anxiety Disorders

A detailed booklet that describes the symptoms, causes, and treatments of the major anxiety disorders, with information on getting help and coping En Español

A Parent’s Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorder

This guide is intended to help parents understand what autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is, recognize common signs and symptoms, and find the resources they need. It’s important to remember that help is available.

A Participant's Guide to Mental Health Clinical Research

This brochure, prepared by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), provides answers to common questions about volunteering for mental health clinical research. En Español

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A detailed booklet that describes ADHD symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping. En Español

Bipolar Disorder

A detailed booklet that describes bipolar disorder symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping.

Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens: A Parent’s Guide

This booklet is a guide for parents who think their child may have symptoms of bipolar disorder, or parents whose child has been diagnosed.

Borderline Personality Disorder

A booklet describing the signs, symptoms, treatment options, and current research on borderline personality disorder.

Depression

A detailed booklet that describes Depression symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping. En Español

Depression and College Students

Many people experience the first symptoms of depression during their college years. This booklet describes what depression is, how it affects college students, and treatment options.

Eating Disorders

A detailed booklet that describes the symptoms, causes, and treatments of eating disorders. En Español

Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with Violence and Disasters: What Parents Can Do

A booklet that describes what parents can do to help children and adolescents cope with violence and disasters. En Español

Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with Violence and Disasters: What Rescue Workers Can Do

A booklet that describes what rescue workers can do to help children and adolescents cope with violence and disasters. En Español

Men and Depression

A detailed booklet that describes what you need to know about depression in men: how it looks, how it feels, getting help, and getting better. En Español

Mental Health Medications

This guide describes the types of medications used to treat mental disorders, side effects of medications, directions for taking medications, and includes any FDA warnings.

NIMH Strategic Plan (Flyer)

A summary of the National Institute of Mental Health Strategic Plan objectives.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

A booklet on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) that explains what it is, treatment options, and how to get help.

Schizophrenia

A detailed booklet that describes symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping. En Español

Women and Depression: Discovering Hope

A booklet that describes the symptoms, treatment and factors contributing to depression that are unique to women. En Español