Resource Library

For Providers

Stop It Now: Child Sexual Abuse

Stop It Now! prevents the sexual abuse of children by mobilizing adults, families and communities to take actions that protect children before they are harmed. Offers trainings and informational resources about child sexual abuse prevention, identification, and treatment.

For Parents & Caregivers

National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988)

Free, confidential, 24/7 support for people in emotional distress. Call or text 988 or visit their website to chat online. CT residents can also dial 211 and hit 1 for…

Links - National Organizations

American Foundation For Suicide Prevention

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) raises awareness, funds scientific research, and provides resources and aid to those affected by suicide.

For Parents & Caregivers

National Autism Association

National nonprofit offering resources and support for parents, caregivers, educators, clinicians, and people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

For Parents & Caregivers

Understood

A nonprofit organization that develops resources for parents, children, and youth with learning, thinking, and attention differences such as ADHD, dyslexia, sensory processing challenges, autism, and more.

Links - National Organizations

The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds

The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital educates parents and caregivers about the behavioral health and well-being of children, adolescents, and young adults with behavioral, emotional,…

For Parents & Caregivers

National Resource Center on Children and Families of the Incarcerated

This national center at Rutgers University maintains excellent online resource libraries in English and Spanish for children with incarcerated parents.

For Parents & Caregivers

Autism Speaks Resource Directory

Autism Speaks offers a comprehensive resource directory for families.

For Parents & Caregivers

American Addiction Centers’ Drug Rehab Guides for Addiction & Mental Health

Review the AAC’s comprehensive guide to different kinds of drug rehab centers, cost and insurance coverage, important questions to ask providers, and more.

For Parents & Caregivers

National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

NEDA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. Find information, screening tools, treatment referrals, support groups, and advocacy…

Links - National Organizations

Child Welfare League of America

Association of public and private nonprofit agencies working to prevent child abuse and neglect. Offers training and consultation for providers, research on best practices, family resources and more.

Links - National Organizations

Child Trends, Inc.

A nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization that studies children, youth, and families through research, data collection, and analysis. Topics include behavioral health, demographics, schools, early childhood, poverty, equity issues, and more.

Links - National Organizations

Children’s Defense Fund (CDF)

National nonprofit advocating for policies that will help all children reach their potential, on areas including child welfare, poverty, health, education, youth justice, gun violence, and racial justice. Find reports…

Links - National Organizations

Children’s Bureau (Administration for Children & Families)

The Children's Bureau of the Administration for Children and Families (U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services), focuses on improving the lives of children and families through programs that reduce child abuse and neglect, increase the number of adoptions, and strengthen foster care. Find training, research and more.

For Parents & Caregivers

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is a nonprofit offering support and empowering services and resources for people living with depression and bipolar disorder. Find online resources, trainings, and a network of support groups nationwide. Offers training and resources for providers.

For Parents & Caregivers

National Federation of Families (NFF)

NFF is a national, family-led organization focused on the issues of children and youth with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs and substance use challenges and their families. NFF works to develop and implement policies, legislation, funding mechanisms, and service systems that utilize the strengths of families.

For Parents & Caregivers

Wrightslaw: Special Education Legal Help

At the Wrightslaw website, parents, educators, advocates, and attorneys can find accurate, reliable information and trainings about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.

For Parents & Caregivers

Resources for Parents and Caregivers – Bipolar Disorder and Depression (DBSA)

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) has compiled a list of resources for parents and caregivers of children with bipolar disorder and/or depression, including support groups, a parent & caregiver network, facts about these disorders, treatment options, and more.

For Parents & Caregivers

Tourette Association of America

The Tourette Association of America (formerly known as the Tourette Syndrome Association) is a national nonprofit organization that works to raise awareness, advance research, and provide ongoing support to patients…

For Schools

StopBullying.gov

StopBullying.gov provides information on how kids, teens, parents, educators and others in the community can prevent or stop bullying, and links to help and support resources.

Facts, Figures, and Research

National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS)

The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) at the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) is a large clearinghouse of information about health in America. As the nation’s principal…

Links - National Organizations

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

NIDA, a division of NIH, supports scientific research on drug use and addiction and offers clinical resources and training, grants for researchers and providers, information and statistics on substance use,…

For Parents & Caregivers

Autism Society of America

Promotes lifelong access, inclusion, & opportunities for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families through advocacy, public awareness, education, and research. National Helpline with trained specialists to help…

For Parents & Caregivers

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

Advocates for the civil rights, full inclusion, and equality of children and adults with mental health challenges. Learn about your legal rights, advocacy opportunities, find resources and publications, and more.

Links - National Organizations

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Organization for child & adolescent psychiatrists and other behavioral health providers. Find resources and research to aid in understanding and treating children's developmental, behavioral, & mental health conditions.

For Providers

Child Health and Development Institute (CHDI)

CHDI advances effective, innovative system, practice, and policy solutions that result in equitable and optimal behavioral health and well-being for children, youth, and families in CT and beyond through research, evaluation, training and technical assistance, and demonstration projects that inform systems change. Offers publications, provider training resources, technical assistance and consulting, and more.

Links - National Organizations

National Institute of Mental Health

A division of the National Institutes of Health, NIMH provides research, data, and information on behavioral/mental health disorders and treatment, grants for research and program providers, and other resources.

Links - National Organizations

Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Development (NICHD) at NIH

The mission of NICHD at National Institutes of Health (NIH) is to lead research and training to understand human development, improve reproductive health, enhance the lives of children and adolescents,…

For Parents & Caregivers

HelpGuide.org

An independent, nonprofit, comprehensive website full of resources about mental/behavioral health, well-being, relationships and more, for children and adults.

For Parents & Caregivers

ADHD Resource Center from AACAP

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry offers a comprehensive ADHD resource center for families and providers.

For Parents & Caregivers

CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD)

Nonprofit working to improve the lives of people with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) through education, advocacy, and support.

Links - National Organizations

Child Advocate

Nonprofit serving the needs of children, families and professionals in addressing mental health, medical, educational, legal and legislative issues.

Links - National Organizations

American Psychological Association

A scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. Offers publications, research, training and resources for mental health clinicians and the general public.

For Schools

School Shooting Resources (NCTSN)

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCSTN) has an extensive online resource center to help parents, teachers, and youth cope in the aftermath of school shootings or other acts of mass violence.

For Schools

National Center for School Mental Health (NCSMH)

The NCSMH at the University of Maryland School of Medicine provides training and technical assistance to schools, districts, municipalities, and states to support school mental health nationwide.

For Providers

Search Institute

Search Institute is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting positive youth development. They provide tools and resources to schools, youth programs, family-serving organizations, foster care programs, and other child-serving organizations and practitioners to build and strengthen developmental relationships.

For Schools

The Center for School-Based Mental Health Programs (CSBMHP) at Miami University

The Center for School-Based Mental Health Programs (CSBMHP) at Miami University builds collaborative relationships with schools and community agencies to address the mental health and school success of children and adolescents through the promotion of expanded school mental health programs and services.

For Providers

National Association of School Psychologists

The NASP represents and supports School Psychologists across the U.S., offering training and professional development, research and policy advocacy, membership benefits, and more.

For Providers

Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning

Center at Vanderbilt University focused on promoting the social-emotional development and school readiness of young children (birth to age 5). Offers extensive training materials, videos, and print resources to help…

For Providers

Circle of Security International

A relationship-based early intervention program designed to enhance attachment security between parents and children. Offers courses and trainings (CEUs available) for providers in the Circle of Security model and parent…

Links - National Organizations

Center for Early Education and Development (CEED)

The Center for Early Education and Development (CEED) at the University of Minnesota helps early childhood educators, caregivers, practitioners, and programs achieve the best outcomes for the infants and young…

For Parents & Caregivers

Postpartum Support International

Postpartum Support International is dedicated to helping mothers suffering from perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including postpartum depression, the most common complication of childbirth. PSI educates family, friends, and healthcare…

For Providers

National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (NECTAC)

A national technical assistance consortium working to support states, jurisdictions, and others to improve services and results for young children with disabilities and their families.

Links - National Organizations

Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University’s mission is to drive science-based innovation that achieves breakthrough outcomes for children facing adversity. View their extensive resource library here.

For Providers

Center for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation

The Center for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation offers a clearinghouse of resources and materials that address the needs of Head Start staff and families and offer practical guidance on…

For Providers

Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center

A national program that provides comprehensive developmental, early education, and social services to low-income young children (ages 3-5) and their families. The Head Start ECLKC offers training and career resources…

For Parents & Caregivers

American Academy of Pediatrics

Organization dedicated to the health, safety and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults. Resources and research for clinicians and parents.

For Parents & Caregivers

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families.

For Providers

U.S. Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

SAMHSA is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. Find treatment referrals, clinician…

For Providers

National Center for Education in Maternal and Child Health (NCEMCH)

The NCEMCH provides national leadership to the maternal & child health professional community to improve the health and well-being of the nation’s children and families. Offers online courses for the…

For Providers

Zero to Three

A national, nonprofit organization dedicated solely to advancing the healthy development of babies and young children through training, research, and policy solutions.

For Parents & Caregivers

Essentials of Parenting (CDC)

A free, online resource from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) that addresses common parenting challenges and skills. Modules for parents/caregivers of toddlers/preschoolers and parents of teens.

For Parents & Caregivers

FindTreatment.gov (SAMHSA)

FindTreatment.gov is a comprehensive online directory of substance use and mental health treatment providers and facilities across the U.S. Maintained by the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services' Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

Facts, Figures, and Research

National Center for Children in Poverty (NCCP)

The National Center for Children in Poverty at the Bank Street Graduate School of Education is the national leading public policy center dedicated to promoting the economic security, health, and…

Links - National Organizations

American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

AAIDD promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Resources & training for clinicians, service providers, educators, and parents/caregivers.

Links - National Organizations

Center for Pediatric Traumatic Stress at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

The Center for Pediatric Traumatic Stress (CPTS) at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia addresses medical trauma in the lives of children and families. Their “After the Injury” site “helps parents…

Links - National Organizations

Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA)

The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) is a leader in advocacy, education, training, and research for anxiety and stress-related disorders. Find treatment providers and information on anxiety and…

For Parents & Caregivers

Child First

Child First, developed in CT but now a national model, is an innovative evidence-based model which effectively decreases emotional and behavioral problems, developmental and learning problems, and abuse and neglect…

For Providers

National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

The mission of the NCTSN is to raise the standard of care and improve access to services for traumatized children, their families and communities throughout the United States. Find research,…