Mental Illness

Here's a way to test your understanding of mental illness. Just click in your answers to see how you do.

This introduction to mental illness includes what it is, names of some disorders, functional issues and more. Read about what can be done about mental illness, as well.

A psychiatrist talks about some problems associated with mental illness and types of disorders as classified in the US. Read more here.

Read the beginning of the Surgeon General's Report on what mental illness is, what we don't know, how mental illnesses are classified and much more.

This mental illness resource includes some potential symptoms and what can help. Be sure to follow the links for more information.

Here are some symptoms of mental illness in both adults and children. If these symptoms seem familiar, get help from a professional or your local mental health center.

Here's the first of seven excellent online booklets on mental illness recovery. Scroll down to see it and explore the other booklets.