Where can I go for help?

Where can I go for help?

A. If you are unsure where to go for help, ask your family doctor. Others who can help are listed below.

Mental health specialists, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, or mental health counselors

Health maintenance organizations

Community mental health centers

Hospital psychiatry departments and outpatient clinics

Mental health programs at universities or medical schools

State hospital outpatient clinics

Family services, social agencies, or clergy

Peer support groups

Private clinics and facilities

Employee assistance programs

Local medical and/or psychiatric societies.

You can also check the phone book under “mental health,” “health,” “social services,” “hotlines,” or “physicians” for phone numbers and addresses. An emergency room doctor can also provide temporary help and can tell you where and how to get further help.

More information on mental health is at the NIMH Web site at www.nimh.nih.gov. For the latest information on medications, see the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Web site at www.fda.gov.