Health and Wellness

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• General Mental Illness Information

  Basic definitions and descriptions of the types of mental illness and addiction disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, suicide, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post traumatic stress disorder and co-occurring mental illness as well as addiction disorders presented by The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS).

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• Local Mental Health Authorities

  The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) offers its services through the authorities placed in each region of the state.

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• Connecticut Network of Care

  The Connecticut Network of Care's vision for patients is to embrace hope and expect change. The site has an easy-to-use search tool that helps prospective patients search for mental health and addiction service providers in their area. It is also a general resource for education about conditions, medical tests and offers a connection to support groups.

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• Crisis Services

  The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) provides contact information for crisis services available throughout the state by town and/or region. If you are in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1.

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• Inpatient Treatment Facilities

  The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) operates four inpatient treatment facilities: The Connecticut Valley Hospital, Connecticut Mental Health Center, Greater Bridgeport Community Mental Health Center and Capitol Region Mental Health Center for persons with severe addiction or psychiatric challenges.

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• Mental Health and Addiction Publications and Reports

  A quick reference guide to all publications and reports published by the Department of Public Health (DPH).

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• Substance Abuse Prevention

  Find resources for families, community leaders, schools, law enforcement and all those interested in the prevention and treatment of addiction.

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• Mental Health and Addiction Services Programs and Services

  The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) offers a full listing of descriptions for all of programs and services available for mental health and addiction in Connecticut.

  Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

• State Public Health Code

  Parents, childcare workers, healthcare professionals and anyone who is curious about the state public health code can quickly browse each title and section in this quick guide provided by the Department of Public Health (DPH).

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Connecticut Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

  The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program protects the health, safety, well-being and rights of individuals who reside in skilled nursing facilities, residential care homes and assisted living facilities.

  Agency: Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

• CT Bed Bug Forum and Additional Information, Connecticut Coalition Against Bed Bugs (CCABB)

  The Connecticut Coalition Against Bed Bugs (CCABB) provides training and support for health departments, housing authorities, medical facilities, college and universities regarding bed bug management in Connecticut. Anyone interested in learning more can see PowerPoint presentations, newspaper articles and PDFs about bed bug reproduction, behavior and management.

  Agency: Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station

• Public Health Publications

  Useful information on a variety of health topics including arthritis, cancer, dental, disabilities, family planning, heart disease, teen driving, and more.

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Public Health Statistics and Research

  The Department of Public Health (DPH) offers a presentation of data and statistics for 25 of the leading diseases and illnesses affecting Connecticut's public. Some conditions covered are asthma, cancer, drug overdose, influenza, tobacco use prevention and control.

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Regulatory Action Report

  The Department of Public Health (DPH) publishes quarterly a record of disciplinary actions taken against licensed individuals and organizations.

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Services, Programs, Topics A to Z

  A list of health topics organized, provided by the Department of Public Health (DPH). Important topics covered are adoption, birth certificates, cancer, family planning, HIV/AIDS, mental health services and much more.

  Agency: Department of Public Health