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What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.


Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about the information provided. You'll find resource links listed below, some designed for specific groups of individuals and communities. A contact form can be found at the bottom of the page for sharing thoughts, questions, or to request information regarding local resources.


**Disclaimer: The Daybreak Guide is a grassroots project, and is not partnered with any organization that may be listed as an information source. By clicking a link, you are leaving daybreakguide.com. Each resource has been thoroughly researched to confirm the legitimacy of its source. Additionally, the owner and founder of this site/initiative is not responsible for the management of the content provided on the referenced links and/or sites, and is not identified as an affiliate or supporter of any product or service advertised as available for purchase.**

Find Crisis Support and Healthcare Providers

Crisis Services & Helplines

24/7 Crisis Hotline: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988lifeline.org

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988, or chat by visiting 988lifeline.org. For veterans, select option 1 when calling.


Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741-741 to text with a trained crisis counselor from the Crisis Text Line for free, 24/7. For Abuse Support text CONNECT to 741-741.


2-1-1

Call to find assistance with Disaster Recovery, Food, Housing, and Health.

Text your zip code to 898-211 to find your local United Way 2-1-1.


Caregiver Help Desk

1-855-227-3640


Disaster Distress Helpline (Natural or Human-Made Disasters)

1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.


Find a Helpline 

Free, confidential support from a helpline or hotline near you. Online chat, text, or phone.


Find a Warmline (USA, peer-support)

Talk to someone through a US Warmline.


National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233

Text LOVEIS to 22522


NAMI Helpline

Call 1-800-950-6264

Text NAMI to 62640
Contact info@nami.org

National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline
1-866-331-9474


RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline

1-800-656-HOPE (4673)


SAMHSA Treatment Referral Hotline (Substance Abuse) 

1-800-662-HELP (4357)


StrongHearts Native Helpline (Domestic Violence - Native Americans & Alaska Natives)

1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)


The Deaf Hotline (Abuse - ASL Accessible)

1-855-812-1001


The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth, age 13-24)
1-866-488-7386


Trans Lifeline

1-877-565-8860


USDA National Hunger Hotline
1-866-348-6479

1-877-842-6273 (Spanish)


Veterans Crisis Line 

Call 988, then select option 1
Text 838255


Vets4Warriors (Veteran-Staffed Military Peer Support)

1-855-838-8255


YouthLine (Peer support - youth to age 24)

1-877-968-8491

Text TEEN2TEEN to 839863


Also visit your:

  • Primary care provider
  • Local psychiatric hospital
  • Local walk-in clinic
  • Local emergency department
  • Local urgent care center

Find Mental Healthcare

  • Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator
  • Find a Psychiatrist
  • Find a Therapist
  • FindTreatment.gov
  • FindTreatment.gov/ES (en español)
  • Neurodivergent Practitioner Community
  • National Association of Social Workers
  • National Deaf Therapy (ASL Therapy)
  • Psychologist Locator
  • Veterans Affairs

The Daybreak Guide Vision

Aiming to guide others to their own "daybreak" moment by expanding public access to mental health and wellness resources.

These resources are here for the general public, whether you're in a good place, facing struggles, or find yourself short of hope. 

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Addiction

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

  • Addiction Test
  • Alcoholics Anonymous
  • Addictionresource.net
  • Detox Local's Drug Withdrawal and Detox Guide
  • National Institute on Drug Abuse
  • Narcotics Anonymous
  • Narcotics Anonymous
  • National Council of Problem Gambling
  • National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
  • Overdose Risk Self-Assessment
  • Shatterproof
  • SMART Recovery Toolbox (pdf)
  • Start Your Recovery
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

  • 9 Clear Signs of Executive Dysfunction
  • ADHD Parents Together (Online Community)
  • ADHD Test
  • Adult ADHD Support (Online Community)
  • ADHD Women Support (Online Community)
  • CHADD - Find a Local Chapter
  • Edge Foundation
  • Executive Functioning Resources
  • Fact Sheets and Infographics
  • Impact ADHD (For Parents)
  • Institute of Advancement for ADHD Coaching (IAAC)
  • NRC Toolkits (For Parents and Caregivers)
  • Sensory Processing Issues (For Parents)
  • TOOLS - Teaching Online Organizational Learning Skills (Videos)
  • Understanding ADHD
  • What is Neurodivergence

Anxiety

Autism Spectrum (ASD)

Autism Spectrum (ASD)

  • Anxiety and Depression Support Community
  • Anxiety Disorders Association of America
  • Anxiety Test
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (pdf)
  • National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality
  • Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia (pdf)
  • Social Anxiety Disorder (pdf)
  • Social Anxiety Test
  • Teen’s Health

Autism Spectrum (ASD)

Autism Spectrum (ASD)

Autism Spectrum (ASD)

  • 988 Information for the Autism Community
  • 9 Clear Signs of Executive Dysfunction
  • Autism Crisis Support Resources Overview
  • Autism Response Team
  • Autism and Suicide
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Autism Resource for Warning Signs of Suicide: Considerations for the Autism Community
  • Autistic Self Advocacy Network
  • Embrace Autism
  • Executive Functioning Resources
  • Sensory Processing Issues (For Parents)
  • Warning Signs of Suicide for Autistic People
  • What is Neurodivergence

B

Bipolar

Borderline Personality

Borderline Personality

  • Bipolar Disorder Education
  • Bipolar Test
  • Find an In-Person Support Group
  • Find an Online Support Group
  • For Friends and Family
  • For Parents and Caregivers
  • In Person Support Groups
  • Men's Corner
  • Mood Crew (Course for Parents of Children Ages 4-10)
  • Online Support Groups
  • Preparing for a Crisis
  • Recovery Goal Setting Course
  • Safety Action Plan (pdf)
  • Wellness Tracker (pdf)

Borderline Personality

Borderline Personality

Borderline Personality

  • BPDVideo
  • Fact Sheet
  • National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality

C

Caregivers

  • 10 Tips for Family Caregivers
  • Caregiver Help Desk
  • Caregiver Support Community (Facebook)
  • Crisis Symptom Reporting Guide
  • Doctor Visit Checklist
  • Family Caregiver Toolbox
  • Family Caregiver Services by State
  • Guide for New Mental Health Caregivers
  • Leeza's Care Connection
  • The Caregiver Space
  • Young Caregivers Community (Facebook)

D

Depression

  • American Psychiatric Foundation
  • Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
  • Depression Test
  • Families for Depression Awareness
  • HeadsUpGuys (Men's Mental Health)
  • National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality
  • National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (Pregnant & New Mothers)
  • National Alliance on Mental Illness
  • Teen’s Health

E

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders

  • Eating Disorders Anonymous
  • Eating Disorder Test
  • National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
  • National Alliance for Eating Disorders
  • National Eating Disorders Association
  • Overeaters Anonymous
  • Proud2Bme
  • Teen’s Health
  • Understanding Eating Disorders

Emotional Health

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders

  • Active Minds
  • American Psychiatric Foundation
  • Befrienders Worldwide
  • DBT Flashcards
  • DBT Self Help
  • Each Mind Matters
  • Glossary of Mental Health & Wellness Terms
  • Half of Us
  • Inspire USA Foundation
  • Love is Louder
  • Make The Connection
  • National Dialogue on Mental Health
  • OK2TALK
  • TWLOHA Mental Health Toolkit
  • Veterans Affairs Training
  • Veterans Affairs Mental Health Toolkit
  • Veterans Affairs Mental Health

G

General Mental Health

General Mental Health

General Mental Health

  • DIY Mental Health Tools
  • Health Guides (Young Men)
  • Health Guides (Young Women)
  • How to Talk About Mental Health
  • Mental Health 101
  • Mental Health Self-Help 101
  • Mental Health Test
  • Psychology Tools (Self-Assessments)
  • Quick Mental Health Facts & Statistics
  • Therapy 101

Grief and Loss

General Mental Health

General Mental Health

  • Comfort Zone Camp (Children Who Have Lost a Parent or Sibling)
  • Eluna
  • GRASP (Loss due to Substance Abuse)
  • Grief Self Study
  • GriefShare
  • Helping Young Hearts Heal: A Guide to Grief Support for Children
  • Missing GRACE Foundation (Loss of an Infant/Infertility/Adoption Challenges)
  • My Grief Angels (Online Support Groups)
  • National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG) (Individuals Supporting Grieving Children & Teens)
  • Open To Hope
  • The Compassionate Friends
  • Tragedy Assistance Program (TAPS) (Families of Fallen Military Members)
  • Twinless Twins (Loss of a Twin)

L

LGBTQIA+

  • LGBT National Help Center
  • LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
  • PFLAG Connects: Communities (Virtual Meetings)
  • PFLAG National Online Community (Facebook)
  • SAGEYou - Online Community (Elder Adults)
  • TrevorSpace

M

Men's Mental Health

  • Advice for Being a Single Dad
  • Postpartum Help For Dads 1-800-944-4773
  • The Face It Foundation - Men's Support Groups
  • Young Men's Health Guides

Information Sources

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

Resource links referenced from this source can be found on their website: afsp.org. With local programs and events in all 50 states, AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. Local resources and information can be found by selecting "Get Involved", then "Find a Local Chapter" from the main page. You can also access the "Find a Local Chapter" page by clicking here.

National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI)

Resource links referenced from this source can be found on their website: nami.org. NAMI's mission is to provide advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives. Local resources and information can be found by opening the menu at the top right of the main page, selecting "Support and Education", then "Find Your Local NAMI". From there you will be prompted to search by zip code and distance. You can also access the "Find Your Local NAMI" page by clicking here. You can also visit the NAMI Resource Center.

Center For Native American Youth (CNAY)

Resource links referenced from this source can be found on their website: cnay.org. As an education and advocacy organization, CNAY's mission is to improve the health, safety, and overall well-being of Native American Youth. Available resources can be found by selecting "Resources", then "Resource Exchange" at the top of the main page. You can also access the "Resource Exchange" page by clicking here.

Lanzone Morgan LLP

Resource links referenced from this source can be found on their website: lanzonemorgan.com. Lanzone Morgan LLP is a leading elder abuse law firm in the US, that specializes in litigating cases of elder and nursing home abuse throughout California. With over 75 years of combined experience, they are nationally recognized for their relentless commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of the elderly.  For more information regarding this law firm and the services they provide, you can access their "Our Practice Areas" page by clicking here.

Magnus Medical

Resource links referenced from this source can be found on their website: magnusmed.com. Magnus Medical is considered to be a company founded to provide rapid and lasting treatment for mental health, and co-founded by psychiatrists and neuroscientists. The featured Glossary of Mental Health & Wellness Terms can be found by selecting the "Blog" section shown on the main page, then selecting "Mental Health and Awareness: Glossary of Mental Health and Wellness Terms, From Anxiety to TMS and Beyond" from the available list under "All". This resource was thought to be very helpful, and was recommended by a partially anonymous student who had discovered it when working on a research project focused on mental health. For more information regarding this company and its purpose, you can access their "Our Story" section under "About" from the main page, or by clicking here.

Julie T. - AuDHD and Neurodivergent Support Community Admin

Various resources were generously provided by Julie T, an admin of the largest AuDHD and Neurodivergent Support Community group on Facebook. Julie has provided a range of resources including: Find a Helpline, Psychology Tools, and Neurodivergent Practitioner Community to name a few. Thanks to this caring individual, our Resource Library now has its first resource that offers numerous self-assessments to anyone who finds themselves on AKMHAdvocate.com (Psychology Tools). For more information on the AuDHD and Neurodivergent Support Community, please click here to be redirected to the Facebook group.

Mental Health America (MHA)

Resources referenced from this source can be found on their website by visiting mhanational.org. Mental Health America is the nation’s leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and prevention. Available resources not mentioned here can be found on their main webpage under "Learn", and then by clicking "Mental Health Learning Hub" or Resource Center.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)

Resources from this source can be found on their website by visiting dbsalliance.org. DBSA is the leading national organization focused on depression and bipolar disorder. This organization provides peer-led support, trusted resources, and wellness tools for individuals living with mood disorders. Resources can be found by visiting their website and clicking on Education, Wellness, or Support. 

Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

Resources from this source can be found on their website by visiting chadd.org. CHADD, founded in 1987, is the leading nonprofit organization supporting more than 22 million American children and adults with ADHD across every zip code. This organization's mission is "To empower all people affected by ADHD through evidence-based resources and education, unparalleled support, community connections, and steadfast advocacy". Resources can be found by visiting their website, and clicking on Understanding ADHD, Get Support, or Education.

The International OCD Foundation (The IOCDF)

Resources referenced from this source can be found on their website by visiting iocdf.org. International OCD Foundation is the leading authority on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and related disorders. Their mission is that "no one affected by OCD or related disorders suffers alone". The IOCDF provides up-to-date education and resources, strengthens community engagement, delivers quality professional training, and advances groundbreaking research. To locate the resources listed, or to learn more about what the IOCDF has to offer, please visit their website and choose from the drop-down lists under Find Help, or Recovery & Support.

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