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The National Domestic Violence Hotline The connection between addiction and suicide is complicated. Having a substance use disorder (SUD) greatly increases the risk of suicide, while suicidal thoughts greatly increase the risk of addiction.
     
The Hotline has highly-trained advocates available 24/7/365 to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.
TheHotline.org   800-799-SAFE(7233)

VictimsVoice is helping people in unhealthy relationships document the RIGHT information in the RIGHT way to get protection, seek legal justice, and help prosecutors hold abusers accountable. 
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VictimsVoice.app @VictimsVoiceApp (social)

Love is Respect provides teens with resources and education on healthy relationships. loveisrespect.org   866-331-9474

RAINN: Rape, Abuse, Incest, National Network is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. rainn.org   800-656-HOPE(4673)

AlcoholHelp.com provides extensive information regarding alcohol use disorders. The goal is to prevent suicide and educate the public on the relationship between alcohol misuse and mental health. Their guide will further prevent suicide by educating on the relationship between suicide and alcohol misuse. AlcoholHelp.com

Casa de Esperanza supports prevention and intervention efforts across the country to end domestic and dating violence with a focus on mobilizing Latinas and Latin@ communities. casadeesperanza.org

The Center for Changing Our Campus Culture is a comprehensive online clearinghouse on sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking on college campuses. They build systems, programs, and policies for effective prevention and intervention strategies to address violence against women. changingourcampus.org

Voice for Victims - Herman Law represents victims of sexual abuse in civil cases. Their child sexual abuse lawyers have extensive experience advocating for survivors of sexual abuse, exploitation and rape. They are dedicated to helping sex abuse victims by empowering them through the legal process. HermanLaw.com

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Sleep 
People diagnosed with PTSD are more likely to have trouble falling or staying asleep. They might sleep better when they make certain modifications in lifestyle. There are lots of benefits to good sleep hygiene and small changes can be beneficial. NapLab tests and reviews mattresses, pillows, sheets, bedding, bed frames, and other products. 
NapLab

Forge is a national transgender anti-violence organization providing direct services to transgender and gender non-binary survivors of sexual assault. Forge-Forward.org

Men Can Stop Rape mobilizes men to use their strength for creating cultures free from violence, especially men’s violence against women. mcsr.org/home

National Center for Victims of Crime’s Stalking Resource Center promotes awareness, action, and advocacy to enhance victim safety, hold stalking offenders accountable, and enhance the ability of professionals, organizations, and systems to effectively respond to stalking. victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/stalking-resource-center

National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides leadership in preventing and responding to sexual violence through collaboration, sharing and creating resources, and promoting research. nsvrc.org

The Recovery Village To cope with the pain of domestic and sexual abuse, some victims turn to the use of drugs and alcohol. Our mission is to be a support resource for those coping with these issues. Ridgefield Recovery

DrugRehab.com is a web resource provided and funded by Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS). Since 2015, the website has provided researched, fact-based resources for free. Learn the risks of various substances, the latest approaches to treatment, and real stories of recovery. DrugRehab.com

PAVE (Promoting Awareness | Victim Empowerment) empowers students, parents, and civic leaders to end sexual violence and works to prevent sexual assault and heal survivors through advocacy, prevention education, and survivor support. www.shatteringthesilence.org

RehabSpot.com is an organization that provides reliable resources for people affected by domestic violence and addiction. This free web guide is a resource for people who are looking to take the next step and learn more about recovery. Their objective is to ensure health and wellness within the community. RehabSpot.com 

EduMed.org connects students with expert-driven information about education, training, and financial aid opportunities in healthcare and medical support. Here is a link to their "Preventing Sexual Assault in College: Student Support & Safety Guide". 

SouthJerseyRecovery.com ​is a free web resource that provides information about addiction, eating disorders, and mental health issues. Personality disorders can make many parts of day-to-day life difficult, so some people turn to substances as a way to cope with these difficulties. For some, this may be a way to cover feelings of emptiness or social isolation. For others, it may be a way to heighten thrill-seeking behaviors, impulsivity, and swings of anger.
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/domestic-violence

Illinois Recovery Center aims to eliminate drug and alcohol abuse by treating clients with substance abuse and related mental health issues with the highest quality care, in an individual multifaceted way to improve the success of recovery and reduce the incidence of readmission.
www.illinoisrecoverycenter.com/about-us/

Alcohol Rehab Guide Alcohol and domestic abuse are frequently paired. However, while alcohol is often involved in issues of intimate partner violence it is never the sole reason behind it. The Alcohol Rehab Guide provides a free web guide that includes valuable resources and a directory of treatment providers to help individuals struggling with alcohol addiction. AlcoholRehabGuide.org ​

AddictionCenter.com The connection between addiction and suicide is complicated, as having a substance use disorder (SUD) greatly increases the risk of suicide, while suicidal thoughts greatly increase the risk of addiction. AddictionCenter.com is a free online guide that educates people about mental health and the relationship between suicide and substance abuse. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
​suicidepreventionlifeline.org

More Powerful Advice Veterans and older adults often face unique challenges in accessing treatment that addresses their specific needs.
          The following resources provide invaluable support for visitors seeking compassionate, trauma-informed care.
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ome additional resources could be valuable, especially for those seeking support for specialized concerns related to addiction, mental health, and trauma.
          These include support for veterans, mental health and PTSD treatment, understanding addiction’s link with suicide, and resources addressing the correlation between substance abuse and domestic violence.
NOTE: Each link below provides targeted insights and guidance that could be beneficial for those facing challenges:
  • Addiction and Suicide Prevention
         (Crystal Lake, IL)
  • Adelante Recovery
         (Corona Del Mar, CA)
  • Aftercare Support at Spero Recovery 
         (Evergreen, CO)
  • Agape Detox Center
         (Saint Lucie, FL)
  • Agape Treatment Center
         (Wilton Manors, FL)
  • Ambrosia Treatment Center - Mental Health & PTSD
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         (Many locations in FL)
  • Anxiety Treatment at First City Recovery Center 
    ​     (Kokomo, IN)
  • Arkview Recovery Center
         (Mechanicsburg, PA)
  • Blume Behavioral Health
         (Redondo Beach, CA)
  • California Healing Centers
    ​     (Ranco Sante Fe, CA)
  • Crestview Recovery – Veterans Treatment Center​
  • Cypress Lake Recovery
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         (Woodville, TX)
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  • Detox Programs at Magnolia City Detox 
         (Houston, TX)
  • Discovery Institute NJ - Correlation Between Domestic Violence & Substance Abuse
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         (Marlboro, NJ)
  • ​Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse
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         (Marlboro, NJ)
  • Free by the Sea – PTSD and Veterans Support 
         (
    Ocean Park, WA)​​
  • First Steps Recovery - Veteran Assistance Program 
         (Clovis, CA)
  • Georgia Sky Outpatient Detox
    ​     (Various Georgia locations)
  • Holistic Programs at Golden Gate Recovery 
    ​     (
    Novato, CA ​)
  • Idaho Empowered Recovery
    ​     Idaho Falls, ID
  • Immersive Recovery
         (Encinitas, CA​)
  • Laguna Mental Health
    ​     (Laguna Niguel, CA)
  • Laguna Shores Recovery
         (Dana Point, CA)
  • The Lovett Center
         (Houston, TX)
  • Mental Health Peak
         (Marlton, NJ)
  • Northern Illinois Recovery - Addiction & Suicide Connection 
         (Crystal Lake, IL)
  • Origins Texas
         (Various Texas locations)
  • Principles Recovery Center
         (Davie, FL)
  • PTSD and Mental Health Treatment
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         (Many locations)
  • Residential Trauma Treatment at Villa Kali Ma 
         (Carlsbad, CA)
  • Sabino Recovery
         (Tucson, AZ)
  • Santa Barbara Recovery
         (Santa Barbara, CA) 
  • Sober Living Programs at Acqua Recovery 
         (Midway, UT)
  • Surf City Detox
    ​     (Huntington Beach, CA)
  • Trauma Therapy at Idaho Recovery Center 
         (Nampa, ID)
  • Veteran Assistance in Addiction Recovery 
         
    (Clovis, CA)
  • Westwind Recovery – Substance Abuse and Veterans 
         (Westwind, CA)
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