While questions like these may be a parent's worst nightmare, they weigh heavily on the minds of today's teens and twentysomethings. A thorough list of resources is included, providing telephone numbers and Internet addresses for related health organizations, as well as directions for where to look on the Go Ask Alice Web site for more information on the immense variety of subjects. With this excellent book in hand, older teens and college students will be better prepared for the journey to adulthood. And grown-ups would benefit as well from the wealth of information contained in these pages. Emotional, mental and addictive disorders are primary diseases from which people can, and do recover.
Recovery is possible in an atmosphere which is free from judgment, fear and discrimination.
Mental, emotional, and addictive disorders do not occur in isolation from other problems, nor does recovery occur without addressing many issues intertwined in the disease process. Our vision is a community with pride, self-acceptance, and the strength to transcend the bigotry and intolerance which destroy the core of our spirit. We believe that all individuals should be free to develop their full potential regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity, and that professional counselors must understand the unique ways gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgendered individuals experience inequality and injustice resulting from discrimination and prejudice. The Association is committed to fostering a more accurate understanding of homosexuality, opposing discriminatory practices against gay men and lesbians, and promoting supportive, well-informed psychiatric care for lesbian and gay patients. To provide an environment for intellectual and personal growth and integrity.