Common diagnoses, symptoms and related resources
Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Brochures and facts sheets – also available in Spanish
Resources
- The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA), Seattle Chapter – Hosts online support groups and their website includes information and other resources.
Depression
- Depression – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Brochures and facts sheets – also available in Spanish
Resources
- The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA), Seattle Chapter – Hosts online support groups and their website includes information and other resources.
Anxiety
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder: When Worry Gets Out of Control – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Brochures and facts sheets – also available in Spanish
Psychosis
- Understanding Psychosis – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Brochures and facts sheets – also available in Spanish
Resources
- SPIRIT Center Caregiver Resources: The UW SPIRIT Center (Supporting Psychosis Innovation through Research, Implementation, & Training) offers a variety of resources, trainings, and information for loved ones of people living with psychosis. Including the Psychosis REACH (Recovery by Enabling Adult Carers at Home) training that teaches families how to better communicate with their loved one using skills that are based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp).
- New Journeys early intervention programs First episode psychosis programs for people ages of 15 to 40 years old, including resources for families and loved ones. New Journeys has programs across Washington including the Lummi Nation Health Clinic. The type of insurance accepted varies by program.
- The Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance – Includes a downloadable caregiver toolkit.
Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Brochures and facts sheets – also available in Spanish
Resources
- SPIRIT Center Caregiver Resources: The UW SPIRIT Center (Supporting Psychosis Innovation through Research, Implementation, & Training) offers a variety of resources, trainings, and information for loved ones of people living with psychosis. Including the Psychosis REACH (Recovery by Enabling Adult Carers at Home) training that teaches families how to better communicate with their loved one using skills that are based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp).
- New Journeys early intervention programs First episode psychosis programs for people ages of 15 to 40 years old, including resources for families and loved ones. New Journeys has programs across Washington including the Lummi Nation Health Clinic. The type of insurance accepted varies by program.
- The Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance – Includes a downloadable caregiver toolkit.
Substance Use Disorders
Substance use disorders (SUD) are medical conditions that affect everyone differently and can be mild, moderate, or severe. People with SUDs often struggle to control their use of legal and illegal substances.
- Substance Use and Co-Occurring Mental Disorders (NIMH)(nih.gov)
- Psychiatry.org – Addiction and Substance Use Disorders
Resources
- Learn About Treatment
- Washington Recovery Help Line
- Partnership to End Addiction (drugfree.org) – online support groups
- Parenting Toward Recovery – Partnership to End Addiction (drugfree.org)
- Opioid overdose response using Naloxone: StopOverdose.org (WA only and is a project of the University of Washington Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute (ADAI) and available multiple languages)
- Outside Washington: Prescribe to Prevent
Dementia
- Psychiatry.org – What Are Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease? – Resource includes treatment information and caregiver support
- Caregiving – Alzheimer’s & Dementia | Alzheimer’s Association – Includes a 24/7 helpline and content in over 200 languages; 24/7 HELPLINE800.272.3900; also a webchat/text option; financial and legal resources
Resources
- Memory Hub: A collaboration between Harborview’s Memory and Brain Wellness Clinic and the Alzheimer’s Association, the Memory Hub offers support, education, and social programs for people whose loved ones are living with dementia.
- Alzheimer’s Association, Washington Chapter: Their website includes information about Alzheimer’s and Dementia, a wide array of resources for patients and caregivers, and a 24/7 helpline: 800.272.3900.
Trauma
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Brochures and facts sheets – also available in Spanish
Resources
- Harborview Abuse and Trauma Center (HATC): HATC provides therapy, advocacy services and resources for survivors of sexual assault and crime, people affected by gun violence, and their loved ones.
- King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KSARC): KSARC provides therapy, resources, and advocacy services for people who have experienced sexual assault all available in both English and in Spanish. They also have a 24/7 resource line: 888.998.6423 and interpretation services can be provided.
Suicide Prevention
Suicide is when people harm themselves with the intent of ending their life, and they die as a result. A suicide attempt is when people harm themselves with the intent of ending their life, but they do not die. Avoid using terms such as “committing suicide,” “successful suicide,” or “failed suicide” when referring to suicide and suicide attempts, as these terms often carry negative meanings.
- Suicide Prevention – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives.
- 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (nih.gov) – Brochures and facts sheets – also available in Spanish
- The Trevor Project – Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ+ Young People: Call 866-466-7386, text “start” to 678-678 or via webchat. The Trevor Project provides suicide prevention and crisis intervention services for LGBTQ+ young people (ages 13-24) via a 24/7 helpline.
- Hotline – Trans Lifeline: Call 877-565-8860 (press 2 for services in Spanish): available Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm Pacific Time. The Trans Lifeline connects trans people to an array of community support and resources including direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis.
- Online Resources for Hope, Treatment, and Recovery – UW CSPAR – includes information and resources to help yourself, a loved one, and if you’ve lost someone to suicide.
If your loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours per day. You can call 988, text 988 or chat online for assistance from a trained counselor.
If you or a loved one are in imminent danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department for assistance.