Helpful Links

"There's only one corner of the universe you can be certain of
improving, and that's your own self."

                                        Aldous Huxley
Helpful Information

     Here are a few helpful organizations that may be right for you.  If you
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Bullies

Beat Bullying -- An English website that deals with some of the same
problems kids in America also face.
Stop Bullying Now -- Loads of content for concerned adults and kids,
including fun games.

Depression/Anxiety

Families for Depression Awareness -- Help for families to work together to
cope with the effects of depression.
Freedom From Fear -- Useful resource for information and support for
anxiety and depression.

Health

The Better Sleep Council -- Free downloadable guide for getting a good
night's sleep.
Sister to Sister Foundation -- Women's heart health awareness.

Inspirational

A Network for Grateful Living -- Resources for living with gratitude and the
joy it brings.
The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation -- Inspiration and useful free
downloads for how you can help spread kindness.

Marriage

The Toolbox -- Free relationship articles, tools and tips from Lisa Kift, a
California-based Marriage and Family Therapist

Parenting Help

Handipoints: Make Fun of Work -- A child-friendly behavior management &
Chore chart system.
Maryland Coalition of Families for Children's Mental Health -- Resources,
service links, advocacy group.
Parents' Place of Maryland -- Help for parents of children with disabilities,
regardless of the nature of the disability or age of the child.

School Concerns

LDOnline -- A comprehensive source for parents, teachers and students to
build understanding of learning disorders for school success.

Substance Abuse

Alcoholics Anonymous -- Meetings, publications, special projects and more.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics -- Highlights ways to help
the children of alcohol addicted parents.

Suicide Prevention

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline -- Help for people in crisis or those who
are concerned about a loved one.
                                                    
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