by Don R. Powell, Ph.D. and the
American Institute for Preventive Medicine 

Note: You should not substitute the information in this guide for expert professional advice or treatment. The information is given to help you make informed choices about your mental health. Follow your health care provider/counselor’s advice if it differs from what is given.

Section I–Mental Health Facts
Introduction	Where To Go For Help
Mental Health Facts	A Therapists’ Who’s Who
Characteristics of Mental Health	Various Treatment Approaches
It’s Okay to Ask for Help	How to Choose a Therapist
What Professional Counseling Really Is	Evaluating Your Treatment
Helping Someone Close to You	Tips for Mental Health
Reasons to Seek Help	National Resources
Section II–Mental Health Topics
Introduction and How to Use This Guide
Alcohol Problems	Panic Attacks
Anger	Paranoia
Anxiety	Parenting Issues
Bipolar Disorder	Passive/Aggressive Behavior
Burnout	Phobias
Codependency	Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Depression	Relationship/Marital Problems
Drug Dependence	Schizophrenia
Eating Disorders	Self-Esteem
Gambling	Sexual Concerns
Grief/Bereavement	Stress
Obsessive-Compulsive Behavior	Suicidal Thoughts

Contributors and Reviewers

For more information call or write:
American Institute for Preventive Medicine
30445 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 350
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
248.539.1800 / Fax 248. 539.1808
email: aipm@healthy.net

For information on 365 health topics: Access the American Institute for Preventive Medicine’s Web site: www.HealthyLife.com and click on “Online Demos/365 Topics.”

Minding Your Mental Health is one of a series of publications and programs offered by the Institute. Other products address: Families; Women; Men; Children; Adolescents; Pregnancy; and Seniors.

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