mental health RESOURCES By Topic
“Ask for help not because you’re weak, but because you want to remain strong.” – Les Brown
If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, call 988.
If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the national suicide and crisis lifeline. People can now call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org if they are in crisis or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support, which can include having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.
Organizations that provide mental health support and resources, by topic:
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Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
ADAA is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and co-occurring disorders through aligning research, practice and education.
The Anxiety Network provides anxiety information and resources, focusing on three of the major anxiety disorders – generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder.
National Institute of Mental Health: Anxiety Disorders
At this National Institute of Mental Health site, find information about anxiety disorders including symptoms, risk factors, treatments, and how to find a clinical trial for anxiety.
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Institute for Muslim Mental Health
The Institute for Muslim Health’s mission is to optimize emotional health and well-being of the Muslim community by mobilizing a network of mental health professionals to ensure all American Muslims have access to high-quality resources.
Multicultural Mental Health Resource Center
This website includes links to mental health information and ways to improve emotional well-being that are written in Arabic.
Muslim Wellness Foundation (MWF)
MWF is a nonprofit organization that uses dialogue, education, and training to help reduce the stigma associated with mental illness, substance abuse and trauma in the American Muslim community.
The Khalil Center is a psychological and spiritual community wellness center advancing the professional practice of psychology rooted in Islamic principles.
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Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA)
Founded in 1972, this organization’s mission is to advance the mental health and well-being of Asian American communities through research, professional practice, education and policy.
National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association (NAAPIMHA)
The NAAPIMHA is a resource that provides mental health and behavioral services for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.
South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network (SAMHIN)
SAMHIN is a nonprofit organization that addresses the mental health needs of the South Asian community in the U.S., with the mission to decrease the stigma and shame associated with mental illness and offer resources for people who seek help.
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Línea Nacional de Ayuda de SAMHSA
Reciba Ayuda Inmediata
Línea de ayuda para derivaciones de tratamientos de SAMHSA, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) Obtenga información general sobre salud mental y encuentre servicios de tratamiento en su área.Línea Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio, 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
DBSA provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder). With more than 200 chapters and 600 local support groups, DBSA offers peer support in-person and online.
International Bipolar Foundation (IBPF)
IBPF’s mission is to empower individuals with bipolar disorder and their caregivers by providing education, advocacy, support and awareness to foster a caring community and stigma-free world where mental health is equitably acknowledged and treated.
International Society for Bipolar Disorders (ISBD)
The intent of ISBD’s mission – collaboration in education, research, and clinical care to improve the lives of people with bipolar disorder and related conditions – is to advance the treatment of bipolar disorders and to improve outcomes and the quality of life for those living with bipolar disorder and their caregivers.
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Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM)
BEAM is a nonprofit organization with the mission to remove the barriers that Black people experience accessing emotional and mental health care services through education, training, and advocacy.
Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation is a nonprofit that aims to improve mental health in Black communities by building culturally-competent resources, programs and education throughout the U.S.
The Loveland Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides resources and initiatives that prioritize opportunity, access, validation and healing, with a focus on Black women and girls.
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The journey of navigating vision loss often brings emotional challenges, making mental health an essential part of overall well-being. For the blind and low vision community, the impact on mental health is profound, as studies and personal stories frequently reveal. Yet, finding tailored resources and support remains difficult. Foundation Fighting Blindness is committed to bridging this gap with a dedicated mental health resource center. This site offers tools, resources, and connections to help individuals and families manage the unique emotional complexities associated with vision changes.
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance - Parents and Caregivers
Supporting a loved one with a mood disorder can be challenging for friends and family. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance offers valuable resources to help you navigate this journey. They provide support groups for family and friends and online support groups specifically for parents and caregivers of children with depression or bipolar disorder, ensuring you have the guidance and community you need during difficult times.
MHA Caregiver Support Programs
Caregiving can often have a significant impact on the life of the caregiver in more ways than one. It can make maintaining your physical and mental health more difficult and may put a strain on work and social life. It’s important for caregivers to take care of their own mental health. Supporting caregivers with information and resources can help them maintain their mental health and better serve loved ones with mental illness.NAMI Caregiver Support Programs
Supporting your family member – Across the country, thousands of trained NAMI volunteers bring peer-led programs to a wide variety of community settings, from churches to schools to NAMI Affiliates. With the unique understanding of people with lived experience, these programs and support groups provide outstanding free education, skills training and support. -
This organization is an independent, nonprofit committed to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders.
The Partnership for Drug-free Kids Helpline
Call 855-378-4373 if you are having difficulty accessing support for a loved one who is struggling with substance abuse. Support is available in English and Spanish, from 9 a.m. to midnight ET weekdays and noon to 5 p.m. ET on weekends.
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Mental Health for LGBTQ+ Students – Best Colleges
This guide focuses on LGBTQ+ students' mental wellness and discusses different types of mental health support. Learn about barriers to receiving support and discover ways to make informed choices about your care.
College Planning Guide for Students with Mental Health Disorders – Intelligent.com
To help students find the assistance they need, they created this guide to explain the resources and accommodations most schools provide, and offer tips on how to access these mental health services.
Mental Health Guide for College Students
This guide offers some real, tangible things you can do right now to take charge of your mental health and live your best life. You'll find tips for self-care and guidance on where to find on- and off-campus resources. We'll also touch on some of the unique mental health challenges that COVID-19 has presented for college students and what you can do about it.
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Crisis Text Line provides text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to promote mental well-being for people in their moments of need. Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling 24/7.
DoD Safe Helpline is the secure, confidential, and anonymous crisis support service designed for members of the Department of Defense community affected by sexual assault. Available worldwide, Safe Helpline provides a number of ways for DoD community members to get support and resources 24/7. Call 877-995-5247, chat via the Online Helpline, or join a group chat service via the Safe HelpRoom.
IMAlive, National Hopeline Network
IMAlive is a live, online network that uses instant messaging to respond to people in crisis and in intense emotional pain. Call 800-784-2433 (SUICIDE) or chat online to get help.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, NAMI, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI provides advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support 24/7 to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. Call 800-799-7233 (SAFE), TTY 800-787-3224. If you can’t speak safely, go online for crisis chat support or text “START” to 88788.
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
RAINN is an anti-sexual violence organization that operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline, as well as operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also has programs to help prevent sexual violence, help survivors and ensure perpetrators are brought to justice. Call 800-656-4673 (HOPE) or go online for crisis chat support.
This is a confidential and anonymous domestic, dating and sexual violence helpline for American Indians and Alaska Natives, offering culturally-appropriate support and advocacy 24/7. Call or text 844-7NATIVE (844-762-8483) or chat online.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline
This is a free, confidential treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders, available 24/7. Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
Suicide Hotline in Spanish: Ayuda En Español
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24/7. Call 800-273- TALK (8255), Press 2.
Una persona capacitada le escuchará y hablará con usted. Si es necesario, podrá darle información sobre recursos o servicios existentes en su comunidad que podrán prestarle ayuda después de la llamada. Siempre puede usted volver a llamar al número 1-888-628-9454 si lo necesita o lo desea.
Suicide.org - Suicide Hotlines by State
Suicide.org is a nonprofit organization that aims to prevent suicides, support suicide survivors, and educate the public about suicide. At this site, find suicide awareness and support at suicide hotlines listed by state.
Suicide Prevention: Indian Health Services (IHS)
Information from the Federal Health Program for American Indians and Alaska Natives through cooperation among tribal, federal, and other partners to maximize effectiveness of services and to protect individuals against suicide risk.
The Partnership for Drug-free Kids Helpline
Call 855-378-4373 if you are having difficulty accessing support for a loved one who is struggling with addiction. Support is available in English and Spanish, from 9 a.m. to midnight ET weekdays and noon to 5 p.m. ET on weekends.
National 24-hour, toll-free confidential suicide hotline provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people. If you are thinking of suicide and in need of immediate support, call 866-488-7386, text START to 678-678, or chat online.
Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer-support service run by trans people, for trans and questioning callers. Call 877-565-8860.
The Veteran’s Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource available to any veteran. If you are a veteran in crisis or concerned about one, there are caring, qualified Veterans Affairs responders standing by to help 24/7. Call 800-273-8255 (press 1), text 838255, or chat online.
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Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
ADAA is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and co-occurring disorders through aligning research, practice and education.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
DBSA provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder). With more than 200 chapters and 600 local support groups, DBSA offers peer support in-person and online.
Health Care Alliance for Response to Adolescent Depression (The HEARD Alliance)
The HEARD Alliance is a community alliance of healthcare professionals with the mission to increase collaboration among primary care, mental health, and educational professionals to promote well-being, treat depression and related conditions, and prevent suicide in adolescents and young adults.
Hope for Depression Research Foundation (HDRF)
HDRF’s mission is to fund innovative neuroscience research into the origins, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of depression and its related mood disorders. In addition, HDRF aims to raise awareness of depression as a medical illness, as well as to educate the public about the facts of depression, to help remove the stigma that surrounds depression.
TWLOHA is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, substance abuse, self-injury and suicide. It exists to encourage, inform, inspire and also to invest directly into treatment and recovery.
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Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
RAINN is an anti-sexual violence organization that operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline, as well as operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also has programs to help prevent sexual violence, help survivors and ensure perpetrators are brought to justice. Call 800-656-4673 (HOPE) or go online for crisis chat support.
DoD Safe Helpline is the secure, confidential, and anonymous crisis support service designed for members of the Department of Defense community affected by sexual assault. Available worldwide, Safe Helpline provides a number of ways for DoD community members to get support and resources 24/7. Call 877-995-5247, chat via the Online Helpline, or join a group chat service via the Safe HelpRoom.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support 24/7 to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. Call 800-799-7233 (SAFE), TTY 800-787-3224. If you can’t speak safely, go online for crisis chat support or text “START” to 88788.
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National Association of Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders (ANAD)
ANAD is a nonprofit organization that provides free support services to anyone struggling with an eating disorder.
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
NEDA supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures, and access to quality care.
Families Empowered and Supporting Treatment of Eating Disorders (F.E.A.S.T.)
F.E.A.S.T. is an international nonprofit organization of and for parents and caregivers of people affected by eating disorders. Its global community offers free services and programs that provide families with support, education and tools to help them on their journey.
Mental Health America (MHA) – Eating Disorder Information and Support
In addition to information and support for eating disorders, this MHA webpage also includes an eating disorder test that can help explore eating-related concerns that impact physical health and overall well-being.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Eating Disorders
This NAMI webpage provides an overview of eating disorders, including symptoms, causes and diagnosis. Additional links to information about treatment and support for eating disorders are also available.
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Horses for Mental Health is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to increase awareness, public engagement, funds, and access to programs incorporating horses for mental health and personal growth.
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The Mental Health Benefits of Exercise
How exercise can boost your mood, improve your sleep, and help you deal with depression, anxiety and stress.
How working out helps your mind and helps you get a good night’s sleep.
Move Your Mental Health Report
Why exercise should be integrated into prevention and treatment of mental illness and promotion of mental wellness.
How taking good care of your body and mind can make a difference in how healthy you are in general and how well you cope with change. Exercising, relaxing and getting enough rest will help you do better and enjoy life more.
Staying active can benefit so many aspects of your health and can even prevent physical and mental health symptoms from worsening. It’s important to incorporate exercise daily to ensure your body and your mind are healthy.
Risky Business: Exercise Extremes
It seems odd to talk about exercise as a risky activity, but when a person doesn’t exercise enough or exercises too much, it has consequences for both physical and mental health
We know that exercise is good for your mental health. It helps you relieve stress, regulate your nervous system, and get those feel-good chemicals pumping. What isn’t always as clear is how you’re supposed to manage an exercise routine when your mental health condition makes it hard.
Many of us have proof that it is tough to stick with exercising. But if we can find the motivation to push through, being physically active can benefit both our physical and mental health.
Can Yoga Help Improve My Mental Health?
Forms of yoga have long been acknowledged as allies in mastering the mind and coping with stress. Science has been proving its benefits in helping with depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Attention Deficiency Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
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Ag State of Mind with Jason Medows is a podcast that focuses on combating the mental health crisis in agriculture.
The AgriSafe Network, a non-profit organization, represents health professionals and educators who strive to reduce health disparities found among the agricultural community.
American Farm Bureau Federation - Farm State of Mind
Links to resources for farmers and farm families experiencing stress and mental health concerns.
American Soybean Association #SoyHelp
#SoyHelp resources are available for growers and their families who may be struggling with situational stress, ongoing depression, thoughts of suicide and more.
Farm Aid provides immediate and effective support services to farm families in crisis. Call the FARM AID hotline at 800-FARM-AID (327-6243), Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time, if you need to talk to someone directly.
This site has resources to help farmers through stressful times, compiled by the National Farmers Union.
In partnership with the Farm Family Wellness Alliance, PAS provides US ag families to produce and sustain positive change through all seasons of life.
Rural Health Information Hub: Rural Response to Farmer Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Overview of stress factors affecting farmers and ranchers with extensive information for understanding mental health concerns, programs to address mental health and key stakeholder organizations.
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This organization has a presence on more than 800 campuses, schools, communities, and workplaces, with programs that reduce the stigma around mental health, create communities of support, and save lives.
American Psychiatric Association (APA)
The APA is an organization of psychiatrists who work together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all individuals with mental illness, including substance use disorders.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students are members of this leading scientific and professional organization that promotes the advancement, communication and application of psychological science to benefit society and improve lives.
MHA is a community-based nonprofit that is dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all.
This website provides one-stop access to U.S. government mental health information.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, NAMI, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI provides advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
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Mental Health of America (MHA)/Bereavement and Grief
This webpage from MHA talks about how to cope with loss and help others grieve the loss of a loved one.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/Grief and Loss
This webpage from the CDC discusses how to take care of your mental health, if you’ve lost a loved one or experienced other types of loss, as well as how to help children cope with grief.
National Cancer Institute/Grief, Bereavement, and Loss
This summary explains how grief, mourning, and bereavement are different, as well as describes treatments for grief and important issues for grieving children.
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Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC): Health Effects of Social Isolation and Loneliness
Learn about the importance of social connection, as well as risk factors and health impacts of loneliness on this CDC webpage.
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC): Loneliness
On this CDC webpage, find tips about what you can do if you’re experiencing loneliness and additional resources for getting help.
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention: Promising Approaches to Promote Social Connection
Learn about why social connection is important and what can be done to promote and improve social connection on this CDC webpage.
Mental Health America (MHA): I’m Feeling Lonely
On this MHA Mental Health Information webpage, find a podcast about loneliness, as well as tips on how to feel less lonely.
National Institutes of Health (NIH): Loneliness and Social Isolation — Tips for Staying Connected
This NIH webpage provides information about loneliness and social isolation, tips on how to stay connected with friends and family, additional resources, and more.
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The Aakoma Project aims to help Youth of Color and their caregivers recognize the importance of mental wellness and empower them to seek help for managing their mental health.
Línea Nacional de Ayuda de SAMHSA
Reciba Ayuda Inmediata
Línea de ayuda para derivaciones de tratamientos de SAMHSA, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) Obtenga información general sobre salud mental y encuentre servicios de tratamiento en su área.
Línea Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio, 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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Affirming Church Directory for LGBTQ+ Christians
This website provides an online resource for people to locate and visit welcoming Christian churches around the world. They list congregations that meet on a regular basis in a physical location for worship, prayer, service and fellowship. All churches in this directory have confirmed that their congregation, in some form or fashion, is an affirming Christian church.
Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
Founded by a group of teachers in 1990, GLSEN is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a better world for LGBTQ+ students. Today GLSEN’s national network includes more than 1.5 million students, families, educators and education advocates working to create safe schools.
HRC is a nonprofit organization with a mission to end discrimination against LGBTQ+ people, envisioning a world that achieves fairness and equality for all.
The LGBT National Help Center provides free and confidential peer support, information and local resources through national hotlines and online programs.
LGBT National Hotline: 888-843-4564
LGBT National Youth Talkline: 800-246-7743
LGBT National Senior Hotline: 888-234-7243
LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline: 888-688-5428 (888-OUT-LGBT)
Mental Health America (MHA) – LGBTQ+ Mental Health
MHA has developed and shares a number of mental health resources for the LGBTQ+ community on this webpage.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - LGBTQI
On this webpage, NAMI shares information and resources for the LGBTQI community, including how an individual’s sexual orientation and gender identity relate to mental health.
National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE)
Founded by transgender activists in 2003, NCTE is a nonprofit organization that provides a transgender advocacy presence in Washington, DC, to help advance transgender equality.
National 24-hour, toll-free confidential suicide hotline provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) young people. If you are thinking of suicide and in need of immediate support, call 866-488-7386, text START to 678-678, or chat online–click the tab “Get Help.”
Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer-support service run by trans people, for trans and questioning callers. Call 877-565-8860.
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention "Living with Suicide Loss" Video Series
Each person who has lost a loved one to suicide grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. This collection of videos provides a perspective from people who have lost a loved one to suicide, and how they have navigated the pain of that loss, which is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. This series of videos can also serve as a resource for those who want to learn how to support suicide loss survivors as they process their grief.
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Learn about available mental health resources for people on Medicare
Medicare Eligibility, Benefits, and Coverage for Mental Health Care
An overview of what mental health services are covered by Medicare
What Outpatient Mental Health Care and Professional Services Does Medicare Cover?
Information about Medicare for mental health, including outpatient services that you receive outside of an inpatient setting, such as a clinic, doctor’s office, community mental health center, residential treatment facility, or outpatient hospital department. Common services include individual and group counseling, depression screening, medication management, and treatment for substance dependence.
What Inpatient Mental Health Care Does Medicare Cover?
Information about what inpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare
How Can You Get Help with Mental Health Care Coverage if You Can’t Afford it?
Additional state and federal resources for people who can’t afford to pay for services
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
DBSA advocates for placing peers at the forefront when determining needs and best practices for mental health services. They actively promote advocacy efforts in both policy and media at national and state levels, ensuring that the voices and needs of those living with mood disorders are prioritized in policymaking, service delivery, and treatment decisions.
National Coalition for Mental Health Recovery (NCMHR)
NCMHR’s mission is to ensure that consumers/survivors have a major voice in the development and implementation of healthcare, mental health, and social policies at the state and national levels, empowering people to recover and lead a full life in the community.
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
This membership organization drives policy and social change on behalf of nearly 3,500 mental health and substance use treatment organizations and the people they serve.
TOC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to the timely and effective treatment of severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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Mental Health Online Screening from Mental Health America
Online screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common, and treatable. And recovery is possible.
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This organization has a presence on more than 800 campuses, schools, communities, and workplaces, with programs that reduce the stigma around mental health, create communities of support, and save lives.
TUGS: Talking, Understanding, Growing, Supporting
TUGS is a non-profit organization that seeks to put an end to the stigma of mental health and suicide by addressing the myths associated with mental health, providing support, and creating a network of resources for the community.
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The American Legion is the largest veteran’s service organization in the U.S. with the goal of destigmatizing asking for mental healthcare. The “Be The One” program offers peer-to-peer support, suicide prevention training, and resources.
Avalon Action Alliance provides training and treatment programs for veterans and first responders who suffer from co-occurring symptoms related to traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress, and substance abuse. Their programs are built on the science of post-traumatic growth.
The Blue Star Families is a mutual support organization founded by and for spouses and family members of military personnel and veterans. Blue Star Support Circles teach participants how to recognize, understand, and intervene before a service member’s or veteran’s struggle becomes a crisis.
Code of Support Foundation provides one-on-one support for veterans and military families to navigate and access critical services and resources.
National Veterans Foundation (NVF) Lifeline for Vets
The NVF Lifeline for Vets helps veterans, their family members, and active-duty service members with needs including PTSD counseling, suicide intervention, medical treatment, VA benefits, employment, training, legal aid, and more.Mental Health America (MHA) – Military Mental Health
MHA provides several mental health resources for the military and their families on this webpage.PTSD Alliance
PTSD Alliance is an association of advocacy and professional organizations for individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The PTSD Alliance seeks to increase awareness and educate PTSD sufferers, their families, and the public about the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of this serious health condition.Real Warriors Campaign (RWC)
The Department of Defense’s RWC was established in 2009 as a public health campaign designed to decrease stigma, increase psychological health literacy, and open doors to access to care by encouraging seeking help for mental health among active-duty service members, veterans, and their families.Stop Soldier Suicide Program is a suicide prevention program for veterans and service members including virtual mental health counseling, crisis intervention, and safety planning.
The Headstrong Project provides cost-free, trauma-focused mental health treatments for veterans, service members, and family.
The Veterans Crisis Line
The Veteran’s Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource available to any veteran. If you are a veteran in crisis or concerned about one, there are caring, qualified Veterans Affairs responders standing by to help 24/7. Call 800-273-8255 (press 1), text 838255, or chat online.Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
TAPS provides grief support to anyone grieving the death of service member or veteran including suicide loss support.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: National Center for PTSD
This website provides information and resources related to post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD).US. Department of Veteran’s Affairs: Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling)
Vet Centers provide readjustment counseling and outreach services to veterans who served in a combat zone. In addition, services are also provided for their family members.Veteran Spouse Network is a community of peer support for military and veteran spouses and committed partners founded by veteran spouses.
Vets4Warriors has a live 24/7, military peer support program staffed by veterans providing immediate, confidential, and ongoing crisis intervention support to the U.S. military community.
Women Veterans Interactive Foundation
Women Veterans Interactive Foundation serves to advance women veterans’ post-military success through career development, crisis relief, and community building.
WWP programs include no-cost mental health programs for post-9/11 veterans focusing on post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and combat stress. WWP offers an extensive array of programs including clinical care, outdoor workshops, adaptive sports, and peer support.
Worried About A Veteran is a national suicide prevention program that provides clear steps on how loved ones of veterans can have meaningful conversations about mental health and firearm safety.
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Can Meditation Improve My Mental Health?
Meditation is skyrocketing in popularity. Given the number of uses of meditation, this trend makes sense. People meditate for personal development, stress management, and relaxation. And more than ever, people are also meditating for their mental health.
Thinking Traps: How Can I Deal With Negative Thoughts?
What do you do when you feel “stuck”? When you see the world through a negative lens, it can feel like everything is terrible and there’s no way out. Life is hard, and you can’t think your way out of every problem—but you can learn to think more clearly and positively. And that makes it much easier to enjoy life and find solutions to your problems!
Find out more about meditation—which comes in many variations—has long been acknowledged as a tool to master the mind and cope with stress. Science is increasingly validating those claims, especially for depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
There are many lessons to take away from our experiences during the pandemic, including the importance of mental health. Everyone goes through periods of hardship and stress, and it’s important to take care of yourself. You should have tools on standby to use when times get tough – and many people will have some trouble or discomfort adjusting as our communities get “back to normal.”
18 Ways to Cope with Frustration
Frustration can be hard to put into words – it’s a complicated mix of anger, disappointment, and annoyance. Anger and frustration aren’t always productive emotions, and while we can’t necessarily control that we feel them, we can control how we react to them. If you need to release some of your pent-up negative energy, here are some healthy ways to do so.
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StrongHearts Native Helpline (1-844-762-8483) is a confidential and anonymous culturally-appropriate dating and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans.
Suicide Prevention: Indian Health Services (IHS)
Information from the Federal Health Program for American Indians and Alaska Natives through cooperation among tribal, federal, and other partners to maximize effectiveness of services and to protect individuals against suicide risk.
White Bison is a Native American-operated nonprofit organization that provides sobriety, recovery, addictions prevention, and wellness learning resources to the Native American/Alaskan Native community nationwide.
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This article describes research that shows there is a link between what is going on in your digestive system and brain chemistry.
Fitness 4Mind4Body: Diet and Nutrition
The quality of the food you eat can impact your overall physical and mental health. Eating nutritious foods can go a long way toward achieving a healthy lifestyle, so make every bite count.
Mom was right: You've got to eat well to function well. Just in case you didn't gobble up Mom's wisdom, here are some useful tidbits.
Stress eating, also called emotional eating—or just “eating your feelings”—is pretty much what it sounds like: eating because you’re stressed, not because you’re hungry. You probably already know that overeating can be a health risk, and that’s not helping—so what can you do now?
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The IOCDF provides resources and programs for individuals affected by obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), their families, and mental health professionals as part of its mission to raise awareness about OCD and related disorders, increase access to effective treatment, help end stigma, and foster a community.
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Tribal Council is a peer-to-peer group meeting for Veterans, first responders, frontline healthcare workers, and family members and is led by One Tribe staff members in an open-forum setting virtually and in person every Tuesday.Tribal Council is a peer-to-peer group meeting for Veterans, first responders, frontline healthcare workers, and family members and is led by One Tribe staff members in an open-forum setting virtually and in person every Tuesday.
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If you are on Medicare and meet certain income and resource limits, you might qualify for Extra Help, a program to help pay for prescription drug costs.
MAT is a search engine designed to help patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers learn more about the resources available through various biopharmaceutical industry programs.
A non-profit organization that provides information on assistance programs for all types of conditions, including mental health. The NeedyMeds website lists programs by drug name and disease diagnosis.
An online directory of PAPs, RxAssist is a comprehensive database where you can find information about free and low-cost medications.
This web-based resource helps patients navigate the PAP application process. It acts as an online facilitator of the application process for many pharmaceutical companies' patient assistance programs.
State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs
Some states in the U.S. have their own pharmaceutical assistance programs to help residents pay for prescriptions.
Unlocking Rural Mental Health Solutions: The Power of Pharmaceutical Patient Assistance Programs
A list of resources to help patients utilize and navigate PAPs (Patient Assistance Programs) .
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Centers for Disease Control (CDC) – The Mental Health of People with Disabilities
Information and mental health resources for people living with disabilities.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Tools and Resources
This webpage from NAMI provides mental health resources for people with disabilities.
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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
If you or a new mom you know is struggling, call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at1-833-TLC-MAMA(1-833-852-6262). It is a free, confidential, 24/7 hotline for pregnant and new mothers, with professional counselors who speak English and Spanish. In addition to real-time support and information, the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides referrals to local and telehealth providers and support groups.
Office on Women’s Health: Talking Postpartum Depression
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health developed the Talking Postpartum Depression campaign to encourage women to seek help for postpartum depression (PPD). In addition to highlighting personal stories of women who experienced PPD, there are PPD resources tailored for women, family, friends, and healthcare professionals.
Postpartum.org offers support, resources, and insights for women and their loved ones who are affected by postpartum depression.
Postpartum Depression Fact Sheet - Rural Minds
Printable one-page PDF from Rural Minds provides an overview of postpartum depression with the definition, symptoms, prevalence, diagnosis, treatment, and links to additional information.
Postpartum Support International
Postpartum Support International’s mission is to promote awareness, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing in every country worldwide. The organization works to provide current information, resources, and education, as well as advocates for further research and legislation, to support perinatal mental health.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs/National Center for PTSD
This webpage provides information and resources related to post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD).
PTSD Alliance is an association of advocacy and professional organizations for individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The PTSD Alliance seeks to increase awareness and educate PTSD sufferers, their families, and the public about the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of this serious health condition.
Printable one-page PDF from Rural Minds provides an overview of PTSD with the definition, symptoms, prevalence, diagnosis, treatment, and links to additional information.
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Having poor overall health can make recovery harder. Finding ways to take care of your health can aid your recovery and help you feel better.
Digestive and Gut Issues in Recovery
Have you ever had a “knot” in your stomach when your anxiety is running high? That’s because of your brain-gut connection. Your gut, or “second brain,” communicates with your actual brain – what’s going on in your stomach can impact what’s going on in your head, and vice versa.
Weight Complications in Recovery
Your mental health and weight interact in many ways. There is often a mental wellness and mindset piece to your weight, or your weight could impact your emotional well-being.
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Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS)
The mission of SIRS is to be a worldwide organization that brings together researchers and clinicians in schizophrenia and related disorders. SIRS’s vision is to advance the understanding, research, prevention and treatment for until they are no longer a cause of human suffering.
Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance
This organization’s mission is to save lives by changing the treatment paradigm for all people affected by schizophrenia-related brain diseases that involve psychosis.
Schizophrenia Spectrum Biomarkers Consortium (SSBC)
The goal of SSBC is to find objective biomarkers for better diagnosis and treatment for schizophrenia and related illnesses. SSBC strives to accomplish this goal through collaborative efforts and coordination of research strategies, sample and data collection, assays, analytical methods, and data sharing.
This Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance toolkit has recommended books and podcasts, treatment information, and tips on how to talk with your loved one about their wellbeing and needs.
This Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance tool helps to find peer support groups, which meet in person, on Zoom, and via conference call.
TOC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to the timely and effective treatment of severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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This crisis text line provides free, 24/7, mental health support for people struggling with self harm. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
TWLOHA is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. It exists to encourage, inform, inspire and also to invest directly into treatment and recovery.
Cornell University College of Human Ecology Self-Injury & Recovery Resources
Find categorized resources that are designed to help you better understand self-injury from Cornell University’s College of Human Ecology.
Mental Health America (MHA) – Self-Injury (Cutting, Self-Harm or Self-Mutilation)
This MHA webpage covers self-injury, including prevalence, causes, warning signs and treatment.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Self-Harm
This NAMI webpage talks about self-harm, including why people self-harm, treatments and what to do when someone you know self-harms.
The Mighty’s Guide to Understanding Self-Harm
The Mighty’s Condition Guide on self-harm recovery combines the expertise of both medical and patient communities to help people on their health journeys.
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Research shows that you're more likely to succeed at your tasks—and enjoy greater well-being—if you get some serious shuteye.
Sleep Complications in Recovery
Getting enough sleep is a critical part of building a healthy lifestyle for yourself. Without proper rest, both your physical and mental health are likely to suffer.
Your physical and emotional health depends so much on how rested you are. Sleep is fundamental to a healthy mind and body – getting a good night’s sleep can make a huge difference in your overall health.
Combating Sleep Difficulties for Healthcare Workers
This article explains how sleep is critical for our overall physical and mental wellbeing but getting enough high-quality rest isn’t always easy. If you’re a healthcare worker, you may not be able to implement many basic sleep hygiene recommendations due to shift work, high stress, or other crucial responsibilities.
Sleep Deprivation: The Effects on Mind and Body
When building a healthy lifestyle, the importance of adequate sleep cannot be stressed enough. Both mind and body need rest to function at peak efficiency. Without it, your mental, emotional, and physical health suffer, potentially pushing you further away from your personal goals.
What keeps us from getting the sleep we need, and what can we do about it?
How Can I Function With No Sleep?
While functioning with no sleep may not be ideal, unfortunately it’s something that many of us have to do from time to time. Find ways to energize yourself will improve your ability to function throughout the day.
Depression often comes with changes in sleep. For some, this means sleeping way too much. People report that no matter how much they sleep they still feel exhausted.
How Is Your Sleep Health Linked to Your Mental Health?
Sleep is a critical part of your overall health. And the quality and quantity of your sleep are deeply connected to your mental and emotional well-being.
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A.A. is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problems. A.A. meetings are free and membership is open to everyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem.
The mission of Alcohol Awareness.org is to raise awareness for alcoholism and provide free resources for people to help themselves or their loved ones. The organization offers a free 24/7 Alcohol Abuse Hotline at 885-955-0771 for individuals who have questions about alcohol addiction or want to find a local Alcoholics Anonymous group for in-person support.
NA is a global, community-based nonprofit organization of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. The membership includes recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. This is a program of complete abstinence from all drugs. There is only one requirement for membership, the desire to stop using.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline
This is a free, confidential treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders, available 24/7. Call1-800-662-HELP (4357).
National Institute of Alcoholism & Alcohol Abuse (NIAAA)
NIAAA generates and disseminates knowledge about the effects of alcohol on health and well-being, as well as applies that knowledge to improve diagnosis, prevention and treatment of alcohol-related problems.
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
NIDA advances science on the causes and consequences of drug use disorders and applies that knowledge to improve individual and public health.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA is an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services with a mission to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
TWLOHA is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, substance use disorder, self-injury and suicide. It exists to encourage, inform, inspire and also to invest directly into treatment and recovery.
The Partnership for Drug-free Kids Helpline
Call 855-378-4373 if you are having difficulty accessing support for a loved one who is struggling with substance abuse. Support is available in English and Spanish, from 9 a.m. to midnight ET weekdays and noon to 5 p.m. ET on weekends.
The Partnership to End Addiction
This organization is dedicated to providing the information and support needed to address substance use and addiction – from prevention through recovery – including text messaging and online support programs.
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Suicide Hotline in Spanish: Ayuda En Español
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24/7. Call 800-273- TALK (8255), Press 2.
Suicide.org - Suicide Hotlines by State
Suicide.org is a nonprofit organization that aims to prevent suicides, support suicide survivors, and educate the public about suicide. At this site, find suicide awareness and support at suicide hotlines listed by state.
Suicide Prevention: Indian Health Services (IHS)
Information from the Federal Health Program for American Indians and Alaska Natives through cooperation among tribal, federal and other partners to maximize effectiveness of services and to protect individuals against suicide risk.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
With local chapters in all 50 states, AFSP is a voluntary health organization that is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to people affected by suicide.
#BeThe1to is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s message for spreading the word about actions we can all take to prevent suicide.
Mayo Clinic - How to Talk with Someone Grieving a Suicide Loss
This Mayo Clinic resource provides helpful information on how to discuss suicide with a person who has lost someone to suicide.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI is a mental health organization that provides advocacy, education, support, and public awareness to help build better lives for people affected by mental illness.
The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email us at helpline@nami.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States. The Lifeline is comprised of a national network of over 180 local crisis centers, combining custom local care and resources with national standards and best practices.
Rural Health Information Hub: Rural Response to Farmer Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Overview of stress factors affecting farmers and ranchers with extensive information for understanding mental health concerns, programs to address mental health, and key stakeholder organizations.
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC)
SPRC is a federally supported resource center devoted to advancing the implementation of the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention.
TWLOHA is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. It exists to encourage, inform, inspire, and also to invest directly into treatment and recovery.
TUGS: Talking, Understanding, Growing, Supporting
TUGS is a non-profit organization that seeks to put an end to the stigma of mental health and suicide by addressing the myths associated with mental health, providing support, and creating a network of resources for the community.
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Tardive Dyskinesia - What You Should Know
This hub offers practical resources, educational tools, and real-world support for individuals and families impacted by tardive dyskinesia (TD), especially in rural and underserved communities. Created to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage meaningful conversations, this free program is designed to help people better understand TD and find support.
National Organization for Tardive Dyskinesia (NOTD)
Tdhelp.org is the online home of NOTD, a nonprofit organization solely devoted to helping those with tardive dyskinesia (TD). Here you’ll find numerous resources, including discussion of self-help techniques, information on virtual TD groups, patients’ personal stories, educational videos, and more.
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD): Tardive Dyskinesia
At this NORD webpage, you’ll find an overview of tardive dyskinesia (TD), including symptoms, causes, therapies, as well as TD programs and resources.
Tardive Dyskinesia Fact Sheet - Rural Minds
Printable one-page PDF from Rural Minds provides an overview of TD with the definition, symptoms, prevalence, diagnosis, treatment, and links to additional information.
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This organization has a presence on more than 800 campuses, schools, communities, and workplaces, with programs that reduce the stigma around mental health, create communities of support, and save lives.
Families for Depression Awareness - Helping a Teen in Your Life
If you are a family member, friend, counselor, or coach, there are ways you can help a teen in your life with mental health issues. Start by learning the facts, then discover the helpful strategies presented in these webinars.
Mental Health America - Regional Policy Council Meeting (RPC) - Focus on Youth Voices
Watch recorded video to hear from teen leaders at a virtual event on February 9, 2023.
Mental Health America (MHA) – Selfies, Social, and Screens: Navigating Virtual Spaces for Youth
This 2023 toolkit from MHA provides information, tips, and resources for young people, caregivers, and school personnel on how to help protect young people’s mental health in a digital world.
National Alliance on Mental Illness - Kids, Teens, and Young Adults
Mental health conditions typically begin during childhood, adolescence or young adulthood. On this webpage, NAMI has compiled essential information and resources intended to help young people get the mental health support they need.
Stigma-Free Society - Resources for Youth
The Stigma-Free Society is a Canadian non-profit that offers educational tools and leadership that foster awareness of stigma, providing pathways to change. In this mental health toolkit for youth, you’ll find many resources including comic books, illustrated animations, infographics, and more.
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Many veterinary professionals are in crisis and NOMV provides the necessary support to all members of veterinary teams and students who are struggling or considering suicide.
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This organization has a presence on more than 800 campuses, schools, communities, and workplaces, with programs that reduce the stigma around mental health, create communities of support, and save lives.
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
This membership organization drives policy and social change on behalf of nearly 3,500 mental health and substance use treatment organizations and the people they serve.
NAMI Hearts+Minds is a wellness program designed to educate and empower you to better manage your health — mentally and physically.
The Mental Health Benefits of Exercise
How exercise can boost your mood, improve your sleep, and help you deal with depression, anxiety and stress.
This article describes research that shows there is a link between what is going on in your digestive system and brain chemistry.
How working out helps your mind and helps you get a good night’s sleep.
Move Your Mental Health Report
Why exercise should be integrated into prevention and treatment of mental illness and promotion of mental wellness.
Religion and Psychiatry: Recent Developments in Research
Summary of research about the relationship between religion and mental health, including studies on religious involvement and depression, bipolar disorder, suicide, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorders, personality disorder, chronic psychotic disorder, marital/family stability, social support and psychological well-being.
Research shows that you're more likely to succeed at your tasks—and enjoy greater well-being—if you get some serious shuteye.
Sleep Complications in Recovery
Getting enough sleep is a critical part of building a healthy lifestyle for yourself. Without proper rest, both your physical and mental health are likely to suffer.
Your physical and emotional health depends so much on how rested you are. Sleep is fundamental to a healthy mind and body – getting a good night’s sleep can make a huge difference in your overall health.
Combating Sleep Difficulties for Healthcare Workers
This article explains how sleep is critical for our overall physical and mental wellbeing but getting enough high-quality rest isn’t always easy. If you’re a healthcare worker, you may not be able to implement many basic sleep hygiene recommendations due to shift work, high stress, or other crucial responsibilities.
How taking good care of your body and mind can make a difference in how healthy you are in general and how well you cope with change. Exercising, relaxing and getting enough rest will help you do better and enjoy life more.
Sleep Deprivation: The Effects on Mind and Body
When building a healthy lifestyle, the importance of adequate sleep cannot be stressed enough. Both mind and body need rest to function at peak efficiency. Without it, your mental, emotional, and physical health suffer, potentially pushing you further away from your personal goals.
What keeps us from getting the sleep we need, and what can we do about it?
How Can I Function With No Sleep?
While functioning with no sleep may not be ideal, unfortunately it’s something that many of us have to do from time to time. Find ways to energize yourself will improve your ability to function throughout the day.
Depression often comes with changes in sleep. For some, this means sleeping way too much. People report that no matter how much they sleep they still feel exhausted.
How Is Your Sleep Health Linked to Your Mental Health?
Sleep is a critical part of your overall health. And the quality and quantity of your sleep are deeply connected to your mental and emotional well-being.
Nutrition
Fitness 4Mind4Body: Diet and Nutrition
The quality of the food you eat can impact your overall physical and mental health. Eating nutritious foods can go a long way toward achieving a healthy lifestyle, so make every bite count.
Mom was right: You've got to eat well to function well. Just in case you didn't gobble up Mom's wisdom, here are some useful tidbits.
Join Mental Health America as we challenge ourselves each day this May to make small changes – both physically and mentally – to create gains for our overall health and well being.
Having poor overall health can make recovery harder. Finding ways to take care of your health can aid your recovery and help you feel better.
Digestive and Gut Issues in Recovery
Have you ever had a “knot” in your stomach when your anxiety is running high? That’s because of your brain-gut connection. Your gut, or “second brain,” communicates with your actual brain – what’s going on in your stomach can impact what’s going on in your head, and vice versa.
Weight Complications in Recovery
Your mental health and weight interact in many ways. There is often a mental wellness and mindset piece to your weight, or your weight could impact your emotional well-being.
Stress eating, also called emotional eating—or just “eating your feelings”—is pretty much what it sounds like: eating because you’re stressed, not because you’re hungry. You probably already know that overeating can be a health risk, and that’s not helping—so what can you do now?
Exercise
Staying active can benefit so many aspects of your health and can even prevent physical and mental health symptoms from worsening. It’s important to incorporate exercise daily to ensure your body and your mind are healthy.
Risky Business: Exercise Extremes
It seems odd to talk about exercise as a risky activity, but when a person doesn’t exercise enough or exercises too much, it has consequences for both physical and mental health.
We know that exercise is good for your mental health. It helps you relieve stress, regulate your nervous system, and get those feel-good chemicals pumping. What isn’t always as clear is how you’re supposed to manage an exercise routine when your mental health condition makes it hard.
Many of us have proof that it is tough to stick with exercising. But if we can find the motivation to push through, being physically active can benefit both our physical and mental health.
Can Yoga Help Improve My Mental Health?
Forms of yoga have long been acknowledged as allies in mastering the mind and coping with stress. Science has been proving its benefits in helping with depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Attention Deficiency Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Mindfulness
Can Meditation Improve My Mental Health?
Meditation is skyrocketing in popularity. Given the number of uses of meditation, this trend makes sense. People meditate for personal development, stress management, and relaxation. And more than ever, people are also meditating for their mental health.
Thinking Traps: How Can I Deal With Negative Thoughts?
What do you do when you feel “stuck”? When you see the world through a negative lens, it can feel like everything is terrible and there’s no way out. Life is hard, and you can’t think your way out of every problem—but you can learn to think more clearly and positively. And that makes it much easier to enjoy life and find solutions to your problems!
Meditation-which comes in many variations-has long been acknowledged as a tool to master the mind and cope with stress. Science is increasingly validating those claims, especially for depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
There are many lessons to take away from our experiences during the pandemic, including the importance of mental health. Everyone goes through periods of hardship and stress, and it’s important to take care of yourself. You should have tools on standby to use when times get tough – and many people will have some trouble or discomfort adjusting as our communities get “back to normal.”
18 Ways to Cope with Frustration
Frustration can be hard to put into words – it’s a complicated mix of anger, disappointment, and annoyance. Anger and frustration aren’t always productive emotions, and while we can’t necessarily control that we feel them, we can control how we react to them. If you need to release some of your pent-up negative energy, here are some healthy ways to do so.
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