Patient & Caregiver Resource Center
Whether you live with a mental illness yourself or you provide support to someone who does, this resource center is for you. It features information that individuals can use to learn about their condition and to help them as they work with providers toward recovery. And if you are an advocate for someone with a mental illness, you will find here tools to help you become a more effective one.
I Am A Caregiver
Someone you care about has a mental illness. Educating yourself about your loved one’s mental health condition is the first step toward providing strong, informed support.
I Am A Patient
If you have recently been diagnosed with a mental health condition, you are not alone. Millions of Americans live with mental illness. In this section of the Patient & Caregiver Resource Center, you will find resources to educate yourself about your condition and to become an advocate for your own recovery.
I Am A Provider
Are you a health care professional who cares for someone with a mental illness? This section of the Patient & Caregiver Resource Center contains tools to help you in your interactions with patients and their caregivers and advocates.
For more firsthand perspective and insights from those living with mental illness, visit OPEN Mental Health
Featured Resources
2023 Mental Health America (MHA) Mental Health Month Toolkit
Article May 1, 2023
In preparation for May Mental Health Month, MHA is excited to release of their highly anticipated 2023 Mental Health Month toolkit! This year the toolkit theme is Look Around, Look Within. As humans, our overall health is significantly impacted by our natural and built environment. The places we live,…
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Working With People In Crisis For First Responders
InfographicMay 18, 2023Mental health first aid training helps a person assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis. The goal is to help… -
Supporting Individuals Living With A Mental Health Condition Through 988 & Mental Health Education
On-Demand WebinarMay 18, 2023Join us in this webinar as our panelists discuss their experiences on preparing for a mental health crisis, share their… -
8 Dimensions Of Wellness Workbook: Creating Balance & Healthy Habits In Every Area Of Your Life
Downloadable ResourceFebruary 17, 2023Wellness is a multi-dimensional integration of oneself and their environment. This workbook contains information on each of the 8 Dimensions…
PsychU Sizzle Reel
Video April 4, 2024
Join us for this opportunity to learn and grow as we all strive to improve our mental health… together!
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What World Bipolar Day Means To Me Featuring Dr. Saklad
InterviewMarch 27, 2024Please join us as Dr. Stephen Saklad shares his thoughts and perspectives on what bipolar day means to him. -
What World Bipolar Day Means To Me Featuring Dr. Goldberg
InterviewMarch 26, 2024Please join us as Dr. Joseph Goldberg shares his thoughts and perspectives on what bipolar day means to him. -
What World Bipolar Day Means To Me Featuring Dr. Tohen
InterviewMarch 25, 2024Please join us as Dr. Mauricio Tohen shares his thoughts and perspectives on what bipolar day means to him.
Support Tools
Understanding Bipolar Disorder
Downloadable Resource September 21, 2022
Download Resource Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that affects people’s moods. People with bipolar disorder have moods and feelings that are more extreme than normal ups and downs. Frameworks resources are intended for educational purposes only and are intended for health care professionals and/or payer representatives who may choose…
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A Caregiver’s Guide To Addressing Cognitive Impairment In Mental Health
Downloadable ResourceSeptember 21, 2022Cognition refers to mental activities we all process. This includes attention, learning and memory, problem solving, planning, reasoning and judgment,… -
Creating Routines to Help You Take Your Medication
Downloadable ResourceSeptember 21, 2022Download Resource If medicine is part of the treatment plan you and your provider agreed on, taking medicine as prescribed… -
Building Family & Social Support
Downloadable ResourceSeptember 21, 2022Download Resource Having a good relationship with your mental healthcare providers is important to your wellness. So is having healthy…
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The Agitation In Alzheimer’s Screener For Caregivers (AASC™) Scale
February 22, 2024
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Combating Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia: Real World Approaches
November 7, 2023
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Considerations For The Management Of Bipolar I Disorder
March 24, 2023
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8 Dimensions Of Wellness Workbook: Creating Balance & Healthy Habits In Every Area Of Your Life
February 17, 2023
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PsychU Brochure 2023
January 31, 2023
Supporting Organization Resources
American Society Of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP), A PsychU Supporting Organization
Interview December 15, 2023
Dr. Chad Worz, Chief Executive Officer of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) sits down with Justin Rash to discuss the ASCP organization and all that its members bring to the healthcare community. Dr. Worz describes the role of the senior care pharmacist in the aging population as well…
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PsychU Supporting Organization: An Interview With Potomac Psychiatry
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988: What’s The Scoop? A Discussion With Experts In Suicide Prevention & Mental Health
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“Lighting Your Way”: A Digital Tool For Caregivers Of Loved Ones With The Behavioral Symptoms Of Dementia
InterviewJune 16, 2022
988: What’s The Scoop? A Discussion With Experts In Suicide Prevention & Mental Health
On-Demand Webinar September 13, 2022
Our experts share insights on nationwide and state-specific efforts and gaps with respect to 988, and what this means for healthcare providers and individuals in crisis. We then highlight how 988 could evolve over time to shape our mental healthcare environment and the role healthcare providers can play to make…
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2022 Mental Health America (MHA) BIPOC Mental Health Toolkit
ArticleJuly 6, 2022Mental Health America recognizes that Black, Indigenous, and people of color have rich histories that go #BeyondTheNumbers. While there are… -
PsychU Section Advisor Tribute
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PsychU Suicide Prevention Brochure
Downloadable ResourceNovember 15, 2021Download Brochure
Section Advisors
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Dwayne Mayes, MS
Patient & Caregiver Section Advisor
