Making sense of life's messy moments
Reach Out
A beautiful thing about the internet is that it provides so many different resources for all sorts of people. I've gathered some for varying degrees of mental health, and put them here for you!
If you have any resources you'd think would help expand this list, please tell me through the Contact Us form!
Expert, nationally trusted resources specifically trained for life-threatening mental crisis:
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FindTreatment.gov — confidential, anonymous resources for those looking for professional treatment
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Nami (National Alliance on Mental Illness) — information and support from licensed professionals near you, also specifically Nami Teen & Young Adult Helpline available
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Text HOME to 741741 (US Crisis Text Line)
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—free, personal, confidential support available 24/7 from trained counselors.
For those looking for less clinical, peer-to-peer places to lean on:
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Teen Line — 1 on 1 support from counselors our age, a safe place to open up and get advice
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7 Cups — Free 24/7 chat for free emotional support, affordable online therapy, and many self-help guides and advice
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To Write Love on Her Arms — Resources for reading sincere stories, accessing self-care assistance, and contributing to the movement yourself.
For those who are simply curious, or desire to advocate about the world's endeavors towards mental health:
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National Council for Mental Well-Being
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Mental Health America
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Psychology Today
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PositivePsychology.com
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Greater Good Science Center
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Authentic Happiness
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My Best Self 101