Health & Counseling Resources
The information provided on this site is for educational/informational purposes only. The intention is not to provide medical advice or replace the services of a trained healthcare professional. Please take issues or medical concerns to your health care provider. Information found on these websites are not intended for self-diagnosis of a health care illness, injury, or concern. Websites provided are for informational purposes and should not replace an evaluation with a health care professional.
Health Related Links
- For Patients
- Center for Disease Control
- Melanoma Site - This site is dedicated to educating students about the dangers of skin cancer.
- Prevention - CDC National Prevention Information Network.
- STD- Find information in STD's.
Counseling Related Links
General Mental Health
Provides comprehensive information about an array of mental health topics
Depression / Bipolar Illness / Suicide
These sites explore mood disorders, with some links specifically targeting college students. Fact sheest, screnners*, brochures, support resources, including support groups, can be found at these sites.
- Bi-Polar Disorder- Explores mood disorders specifically targeting college students
- Depression and Bi-Polar support Alliance-
Substance Abuse / Addictions
These links provide answers to frequently asked questions, stigma reduction facts, and recovery support. There is a link to college drinking prevention. Gambling and internet addictions are also addressed
- National Institute on Alcoholism
- National Counsel on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
- Gambling
- The Center for Internet Addiction Recovery
Eating Disorders
These websites provide gelpful information on various types of eating disorders, signs and symptoms, research studies, prevention strategies, and how to get help for yourself or a friend
- National Eating Disorders Association
- Website on Eating Disorders
- Denison Eating Disorder Intervention Team (EDIT) [pdf]
Anxiety
Learn about the various types of anxiety disorders and gain specific tips on how to cope with panic attacks and other disruptive forms of anxiety.
Sexual Assault
These informative websites provide support to survivors and their loved ones with answers to frequently asked questions about sexual assault and contact information for a national hotline for survivors of sexual assault. Prevention of sexual violence is also addressed.
- Rape Abuse and Incest National Network
- Sexual Assault Care Center
- Men Can Stop Rape
- Men Against Sexual Violence
Grief and Loss
These links offer strategies for dealing with stress created by loss.Emotions commonly associated with grief are identified and suggestions for elping someone who may be grieving are given.
Homesickness
This website provides helpful tips on adjusting to college life away from home.
* Screeners found on these websites are not intended to diagnose mental health conditions. They are purely informational and should not replace a mental health evaluation by a trained professional.