RECOMMENDED BOOKS & RESOURCES

RECOMMENDED SELF-HELP BOOKS:
 

"Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy" A classic self-help book for individuals suffering from depression. Learn some of the best cognitive-behavioral strategies. 

The Feeling Good Handbook - Discusses how to overcome fears, phobias, and panic attacks; improve intimate communication, and cope with anxiety disorders, and includes information about commonly prescribed psychiatric drugs.

INTERNET RESOURCES

The following internet access sites may be of interest to you:
 
Seattle's 24-hour Crisis Clinic

http://www.crisisclinic.org/
For those in need of emergency assistance please contact this very helpful crisis hotline. They also are an invaluable resource for community information, including low/no cost counseling services in the Seattle area. A teen link and TDD line is available.

Resources on Coping With Traumatic Events

http://www.apa.org/practice/ptresources.html
It goes without saying, that many of us have suffered with our nation's recent tragedies. This APA-sponsored site will link you to a variety of helpful resources.
 
Internet Mental Health

http://www.mentalhealth.com/
Mental Health help on the internet. Information on psychiatric disorders, research, and treatments. The goal of this web site is to improve understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness throughout the world. 

Seattle City Search

http://seattle.citysearch.com/
 A great web site for information about activities, attractions, dining, music, and sporting events in Seattle. Remember, pleasant activities can enhance your mood!