Jacobs Library: Wellness Guide: Mental Health

Getting It Together : Therapy
Publication Date: 2006

Look at psychological and biomedical therapies and the combined approaches that are proving successful in the treatment of mental illnesses. Examine the role of the therapist and the support of community in long-term recovery efforts.
Mental Health The Basics
Publication Date: 2012

How we feel and the factors that influence mood and emotion are explored in this upbeat, animation-driven program. Viewers learn some symptoms and causes of depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues, and the many ways in which people cope with these challenges. The concept of stigma is also examined, including a look at how negative attitudes towards those with mental illness may be changed.

Psychology Today
Presents scientifically accurate psychological information for the layperson. Includes book reviews and editorials.
Yoga Journal
Presents information about physical & spiritual well-being through the practice of yoga.

YOU@IVCC
YOU@IVCC is a free site for IVCC students, faculty and staff with helpful resources for those who might have questions about academics, personal well-being, finding purpose and connection, and more. It is 100 percent anonymous and confidential.
Lifeline
"The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness."

Other Resources

Psychology Today
Presents scientifically accurate psychological information for the layperson. Includes book reviews and editorials.
Yoga Journal
Presents information about physical & spiritual well-being through the practice of yoga.
YOU@IVCC
YOU@IVCC is a free site for IVCC students, faculty and staff with helpful resources for those who might have questions about academics, personal well-being, finding purpose and connection, and more. It is 100 percent anonymous and confidential.