Stigma Free Website Resources
Helpful Toolkits and Other Resources
Toolkits
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
This Toolkit provides information for parents/caregivers on common mental health issues, warning signs, and resources available. Its purpose is to help them understand how to advocate for their child and respond to concerning behaviors in a timely manner. The Toolkit is designed to be distributed through schools, pediatric offices, or mental health professionals. The Toolkit is a comprehensive, yet concise, list of what to DO, what to ASK, and what to EXPECT.
https://sptsusa.org/behavioral-health-toolkit/
Mental Health America
Mental Health America is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and condition prevention.
Our 2023 Mental Health Month toolkit includes information about how an individual’s environment impacts their mental health, suggestions for making changes to improve and maintain mental well-being, and how to seek help for mental health challenges.
Download The 2023 Mental Health Month Toolkit
Bergen County Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services Stigma-Free Initiative
The Bergen County STIGMA-FREE Initiative is a county-wide program that aims to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. We are dedicated to raising awareness of the disease of mental illness and creating a culture wherein residents who have the disease feel supported by their community and neighbors and feel free to seek treatment for the disease without fear of stigma.
Download the STIGMA-FREE Toolkit now!
Other Helpful New Jersey and National Resources
National Alliance on Mental Illness
The nation’s leading voice on mental health. NAMI works to educate, support, advocate, listen and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and their loved ones.
Mental Health Association in New Jersey
The MHANJ breaks down stigma and other barriers that prevent people from seeking treatment. It builds a strong base of support and network of services for people coping with behavioral health issues and their family members.
988 Lifeline (Nationwide) Mental Health Crisis and Suicide Prevention phone
Dial or Text 988
Compassionate, accessible care and support will be available for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress, thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365. Conversations are free and confidential.
New Jersey Governor’s Council on Mental Health Stigma
Many people do not seek help for mental illnesses or substance use disorders because of stigma, whether that is felt by the individuals themselves or expressed by other people in their lives. Combating stigma starts with education. This website has many resources to make people aware of the myths and the realities.
https://www.nj.gov/mhstigmacouncil/
ReachNJ, New Jersey’s Addiction Helpline
A central call-in line for New Jersey residents who are looking for help with a substance use disorder (SUD). Each call to ReachNJ is answered by a live person in the first 30 seconds. Trained staff will screen callers to identify their exact needs, are able to provide referrals to supportive services and a seamless connection to a local treatment provider. ReachNJ serves NJ residents of all ages, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
https://nj.gov/humanservices/reachnj/
Legal and advocacy services, training, education, and related activities to persons with disabilities and chronic health conditions and, in certain issues, to organizations representing their interests, with an emphasis on those most vulnerable and needy.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
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. SAMHSA envisions that people with, affected by, or at risk for mental health and substance use conditions receive care, achieve well-being, and thrive. A source for evidence-based practices, behavioral health data collections, a disaster distress hotline, and finding treatment near you.
National Institute of Mental Health
A U.S. government agency that conducts and supports research on mental disorders and their treatments. A good source for diagnosis-specific information, brochures, fact sheets, research findings, and other resources.