Your YFC therapist is a wealth of information when it comes to addressing your specific concerns. Please talk to your him or her about other good sources of information for your specific areas of interest.
Additional resources can be accessed from the links on this page and by searching online for your specific area of concern. Many established medical and psychological organizations offer comprehensive resources that will lead you to an even more in-depth knowledge base. Discuss your findings with your therapist to gain a better understand of how they tie in with your needs.
Addictions, Including Eating Disorders Hotlines
Alcoholics Anonymous (Chicago Area)
24-hr Hotline (800) 371-1475
ANAD (Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders)
Helpline (630) 577-1330
Cocaine Anonymous
24-hr Illinois Hotline (773) 202-8898
Narcotics Anonymous
24-hr Chicago Region Hotline (708) 848-4884
National Council on Problem Gambling
24-hr Hotline (800) 522-4700
Depression & Suicide Prevention Hotlines
Lake County Health Department & Community Health Center
Depression Hotline (630) 482-9393
Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Erika’s Lighthouse (teen depression)
(847) 386-6481
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
24-hour Lifeline (800) 273-TALK
The Trevor Project (gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender/questioning youth crisis help)
24-hr Lifeline (866)-488-7386
Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Sexual Abuse Hotlines
Adult Protective Services
24-hr Hotline (866) 800-1409
Child Protective Services (child abuse or neglect)
Child Abuse Hotline (800) 252-2873
National Council on Aging Care
(877) 664-6140
A Safe Place – domestic violence
24-hr Helpline (847) 249-4450
Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center
24-hr Support Line (847) 872-7799
Runaway Youth Hotlines
National Runaway Safeline
Crisis Line (800) RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)