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Health & Wellness Resources

These health and wellness resources are an extensive, curated collection of tools and resources. The library includes external resources as well as resources that were developed under CCC Health & Wellness or submitted by the colleges. Search by keyword, topic, and/or audience.
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NAMI Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT)

CIT (crisis intervention team) programs are a community-based program designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental health crises.

Source: NAMI California

NAMI Diverse Communities

NAMI offers mental health information for individuals from diverse populations and for providers who work with these communities.

Source: NAMI California

NAMI Veterans and Active Duty

Nearly 1 in 4 active duty members showed signs of a mental health condition, according to a 2014 study in JAMA Psychiatry. On this page we focus on questions that military personnel often ask, concerning treatment resources, disclosure and staying … read more

Source: NAMI California

Narcotics Anonymous

Worldwide services for overcoming drug addiction, including searchable database of local meetings and support groups.

Source: Narcotics Anonymous

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders

Non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention and alleviation of eating disorders, good source of information and resources. Helpline is available M-F, Central Time: (630) 577-1330

Source: National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders

National Center for PTSD

To provide veterans the world-class benefits and services they have earned – and to do so by adhering to the highest standards of compassion, commitment, excellence, professionalism, integrity, accountability, and stewardship.

Source: US Department of Veterains Affairs

National Eating Disorders Association

Information and support for individuals affected by eating disorders and their families. Hotline: (800) 931-2237

Source: National Eating Disorders Association

National Suicide Prevention Hotline

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. By dialing 1-800-273-TALK (8255), the call is routed to the nearest crisis center in our national network of … read more

Source: National Suicide Prevention Hotline

National Survey of Student Engagement

Through its student survey, The College Student Report, NSSE annually collects information at hundreds of four-year colleges and universities about first-year and senior students’ participation in programs and activities that institutions provide for their learning and personal development. The results … read more

Source: National Survey of Student Engagement

Navigating College: A Project of The Autistic Self Advocacy Network

Navigating College is a free handbook written by adults with autism for college students with autism. It includes a variety of different individuals’ perspectives and strategies on topics including accommodations, housing, health and safety, advocacy, and social life.

Source: Autistic Self-Advocacy Network

Neuroscience of Mental Illness

This project aims to put the controls back in the hands of youth that live with mental illness by empowering them to become more educated about neurodiversity and learn about health and wellbeing. The created infographics highlight two different disorders, … read more

Now That You Are in Treatment: A Glossary of Mental Health Terms

This is a print-friendly guide that provides understanding about commonly used mental health-related terms. It is intended for parents/guardians, family members, and other caring adults to help them understand how they can help their child who may be in need … read more

Source: OC Student Mental Health Resource Directory

Nutrition.gov

US Department of Agriculture offers information on nutrition, health, weight management, shopping, cooking, and meal planning.

Source: US Department of Agriculture

Obsessive Compulsive Foundation

Non-profit organization whose mission is to advocated for, and provide information, support, and resources to, people with OCD, their families, and professionals who work with them.

Source: International OCD Foundation

Overeaters Anonymous

Twelve-step program to support people who want to change compulsive eating habits.

Source: Overeaters Anonymous

Planning for College

This page provides resources and information for foster youth planning to attend college.

Source: California Department of Social Services
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