Resources
Agencies, community partners and trusted information on mental health, addiction and suicide prevention — gathered in one place.
Government, State of Ohio
Department of Aging
Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services
Office of Budget & Management
Department of Health
Department of Education
Department of Job & Family Services
Office of the Governor
Department of Youth Services
Ohio Attorney General
Ohio House of Representatives
Ohio Senate
Ohio Office of Health Transformation
Government, Federal
Community Partners
Alcoholics Anonymous
MACC
County Commissioners Association
NAMI
NAMI Ohio
NAMI Wheeling
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse
National Institute on Drug Abuse
National Institute on Mental Health
OHIOCARES
Ohio Psychiatric Physicians Association
Ohio Citizen Advocates
Partnership for a Drug Free America
Public Children Services Association of Ohio
Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation
General Links
Substance Abuse Resources
The effects of alcohol and substance abuse can be seen in all age groups and in all facets of society. Drug abuse by children and teens can destroy a family and ruin a child’s chance for a successful career and future. Alcohol and drug abuse by parents can often have similar effects on children and teens by destroying the family bond, and by the modeling of risky and dangerous behavior. Adults who engage in substance abuse may end up losing close relationships with those they care for, losing jobs and careers they have worked hard for, and they may even risk incarceration because of their addictions and behaviors.
Public Health Data
- Drugs and Crime Facts Statistics on drug use broken down into the categories of youth, general population, and workplace.
Research
- Center for Substance Abuse Research Organization at the University of Maryland at College Park who performs research to combat the problems caused by drug use.
Prevention
- Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) A peer-to-peer education and activism organization that is dedicated to preventing destructive decisions such as drug and alcohol use.
- Above the Influence Site helps teens and young adults understand the pressures and influences they face daily and how to make positive life choices.
- Foundation for a Drug-Free World This group provides educational information to help young people make informed decisions to be substance-free.
Treatment
- Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator A searchable listing of drug treatment facilities in the USA.
- Drug Addiction: Connecting People with People Who Can Help This site provides information and treatment resources for many types of addiction.
- Addiction Treatment Resources for Parents of Teens and Young Adults Substance abuse treatment resources and information for parents.
- Starting Point to Finding Help for Those Battling Addiction A starting point to finding help for individuals and families that are battling addiction.
Drug Related Information
- Illegal Drugs Identification Chart What they look like and how to recognize their effects — photos and information regarding common illegal drugs.
Professional Associations and Organizations
- The Association for Addiction Professionals An association that serves addiction counselors, educators, and health care professionals who work in the field of addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery.
- National Association of State Alcohol/Drug Abuse Directors The purpose of this group is to support the development of alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment programs throughout every state.
Other Resources
Suicide Prevention
- Man Therapy An innovative approach to suicide prevention in working aged men.
- Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation YouTube channel for the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation.