Statewide and Nationwide
Mental Health Related Prevention Programs
Programs that attempt to reduce the incidence of specific types of mental health issues such as problem gambling, suicidal feelings, sexual addiction, shopping addiction or cluttering through a variety of educational interventions in situations where prevention is a realistic option. The programs help people understand the nature of the problem, the impact of the issue on the lives of individuals and families, the risk factors and warning signs, and sources of treatment and support that are available in the community.
Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
4301 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA, 22203
Main:
(703) 524-7600
Public Policy and Advocacy, Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness Virginia (NAMI VA)
PO Box 18086, Richmond, VA, 23226-8086
Main:
(804) 285-8264
Toll Free:
(800) 950-6264
Fax:
(804) 285-8464
Mental Health First Aid USA
National Council for Behavioral Health
1400 K Street Northwest Suite 400, Washington, DC, 20005
Main:
(888) 244-8980 x4
Advocacy
National Council on Problem Gambling
730 11th Street NW, Suite 601, Washington, DC, 20001
Main:
(202) 547-9204
Toll Free:
(800) 522-4700