Resources

TRAUMA

• Dealing with the Effects of Trauma: A Self-Help Guide – 2002 provides in-depth information on recovering from a traumatic event; it is geared for those whose reactions may be lingering.
• A Guide to Managing Stress in Crisis Response Professions – 2005 aids crisis response workers in stress prevention and management before, during, and after a public health crisis. It describes the stress cycle and common stress reactions and offers tips to promote a positive workplace and to monitor and minimize stress.
• In the Wake of Trauma: Tips for College Students – 2013 is a fact sheet that helps college students cope with the mental health effects in the aftermath of trauma. It explains normal reactions, emphasizes the importance of talking about feelings, and offers tips for coping.
• Psychosocial Issues for Children and Adolescents in Disasters – 2000 provides resources for people working with children after a disaster. It covers child development theories in relation to how youth respond emotionally to disasters. It also features suggestions, case studies, and a resource guide.
• Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event: A Guide for Parents, Caregivers, and Teachers – 2012 helps parents, caregivers, and teachers to recognize and address stress responses in children and youth affected by traumatic events. It describes stress reactions that are commonly seen in young trauma survivors and offers tips on how to help.

LGB Teens

• Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Teens: Facts for Teens and Their Parents
  If you’ve ever wondered if you’re gay, lesbian, or bisexual, you’re not alone. Many teens ask themselves this question. For parents and caregivers, finding out your son or daughter is gay, lesbian, or bisexual can be difficult. Learn more.
• Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN): Student Action
  As a student, you have the power to make change in many ways in your school and
• Q Card Project
  The Q Card is a simple and easy-to-use communication tool designed to empower LGBTQ youth to become actively engaged in their health, and to support the people who serve them.
• The Trevor Project: Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention
  The Trevor Project is a national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people ages 13-24

TRANS*

• www.wpath.org – The World Professional Association for Transgender Health, Inc. (formerly Harry Benjamin International Gender Dysphoria Association)
• www.ftmi.org – FTM (Female to Male) International
• www.tsroadmap.com – General Information for TG’s
• www.ifge.org – International Foundation for Gender Education
• www.pflag.org – PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians & Gays)
• www.tri-ess.org – The Society for the Second Self, Inc. (TriEss) (for heterosexual crossdressers, their spouses, partners and families)
• www.nctequality.com – National Center for Transgender Equality
• www.carlas.com – Salon and Boutique Meeting Place for TG Community (San Jose)
• www.projectoutlet.org – Anthony@ACSteens.org LGBTQ Youth, ages 13-18, North Santa Clara County, San Mateo County
• www.youthspace.org – Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Ally Youth and Young Adults, ages 13-25, living in Santa Clara County  YouthSpace@FCServices.org
• http://groups.yahoo.com/TransKidsFamily/(parents of teens/young adults)
• http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/TYFA_TALK/(parents of younger children)
• http://store.samhsa.gov/product/A-Practitioner-s-Resource-Guide-Helping-Families-to-Support-Their-LGBT-Children/PEP14-LGBTKIDS
• https://www.drugrehab.com/guides/lgbtq – LBGTQ & Addiction. Causes, resources and treatment