Meg Blaine Corrigan
Christian Author, Speaker, Trainer, Sexual Assault Survivor
Then I Am Strong: Moving From My Mother's Daughter to God's Child was written with the intention of helping the reader see how the author moved past the pain and confusion of a mentally unstable lifestyle into one of growth, serenity and purpose. These resources are recommended by the author to assist the reader seeking a healthy, balanced approach to her/his life. These are national websites and hotlines; many have links for local services as well. Another good place to start is with your family physician. No information, quotes, or materials provided are intended to constitute psychological or counseling advice.
Chemical Dependency
http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/
http://www.alcoholaddiction.org
Addiction Treatment Hotline 1-800-993-3869
Chronic Pain
http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/guide/understanding-pain-management-chronic-pain
Depression and Suicide
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml
http://www.depressionscreening.org/depression_screen.cfm
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Domestic Violence
http://www.theduluthmodel.org/wheelgallery.php
http://www.rehabcenter.net/domestic-violence-and-substance-abuse/
National Domestic Abuse Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Sexual Assault
http://apps.rainn.org/ohl-bridge/
http://www.womenshealth.gov/faq/sexual-assault.cfm
National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Veterans’ Services
http://www.militaryonesource.com/skins/MOS/home.aspx
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml
Military OneSource 1-800-342-9647