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18-5 Objective: Reduce the relapse rates for persons with eating disorders including anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. American Anorexia Bulimia Association, Inc. The American Anorexia Bulimia Association is a national, non-profit organization of concerned members of the public and healthcare industry dedicated to the prevention and treatment of eating disorders. Through education, advocacy and research, AABA promotes social attitudes that enhance healthy body image and works to overcome the idealization of thinness that contributes to disordered eating. Their mission is carried out through many different services, including: help-lines, referral networks, public information, school outreach, media support, professional training, support groups and prevention programs. American Psychiatric Association The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society of physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses and substance use disorders. Several informational fact sheets are available online, as well as information on publications, membership, programs and advocacy efforts. American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization which represents psychology in the United States. APA works to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare. Their web site includes a Help Center for mental health related concerns, fact sheets, advocacy news, publication listings and referrals to psychologists and other organizations. Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association (DRADA) DRADA?s mission is to alleviate the suffering arising from depression and manic depression by assisting self-help groups, providing education and information, and lending support to research programs. Their web site includes information on support groups, research studies, membership, research reports and book reviews. An order form and information on books and videos sold by the organization is also on-line. Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention, Inc. (EDAP) EDAP is a national non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the awareness and prevention of eating disorders through education and community activism. EDAP offers free general information brochures and handouts about the prevention of eating disorders and houses a referral database to treatment centers and support groups available through their toll-free line. Harvard Eating Disorders Center The Harvard Eating Disorders Center is a national non-profit organization dedicated to research and education, and gaining new knowledge of eating disorders, their detection, treatment and prevention to share with the community-at-large. Their web site includes information about eating disorders, help for family and friends, resources, and a listing of events and programs. International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals IAEDP's is a non-profit organization who?s mission is to promote a high level of professionalism among practitioners who treat those suffering from eating disorders by emphasizing ethical and professional standards, offering education and training in the field, and certifying those who have met prescribed requirements. IAEDP promotes public awareness of eating disorders and assists in prevention efforts. National Association of Anorexia and Associated Disorders (ANAD) ANAD is a national non-profit organization dedicated to helping eating disorder victims and their families. In addition to its free hotline counseling, ANAD operates an international network of support groups for sufferers and families, and offers referrals to health care professionals who treat eating disorders, across the U.S. and in fifteen other countries. ANAD publishes a national quarterly newsletter, and will mail information packets customized to individual needs upon request. It also provides educational speakers, programs and presentations for schools, colleges, public health agencies, and community groups. National Association of School Nurses The National Association of School Nurses is a non-profit specialty nursing organization dedicated to improving the health and educational success of children and youth by developing and providing leadership to advance school nursing practice. Their web site includes a publications list, a directory to state and international chapters, membership information and links to related organizations. National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) The mission of NASP is to promote educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth by implementing research-based, effective programs that prevent problems, enhance independence, and promote optimal learning. Their web site includes information on publications, membership, programming and advocacy activities. Overeaters Anonymous (OA) OA is a non-profit international organization that provides volunteer support groups worldwide. Patterned after the Twelve-Step Alcoholics Anonymous program, the OA recovery program addresses physical, emotional and spiritual recovery aspects of compulsive overeating. Members are encouraged to seek professional help for individual diet/nutrition plans and for any emotional or physical problems. Screening for Mental Health, Inc. Screening for Mental Health, Inc. The National Mental Illness Screening Project is a nonprofit organization developed to coordinate nationwide mental health screening programs and to ensure cooperation, professionalism, and accountability in mental illness screenings. Their web site has detailed information on their screening days and programs, which include: National Alcohol Screening Day, National Anxiety Disorder Screening Day, National Depression Screening Day, National Eating Disorders Screening Program, Interactive Telephone Screening Programs, and a Suicide Education and Research Division. |
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