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Zariah
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Ypsilanti, Michigan
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How to ask for help for your mental health?
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Rhonda Smith
Operations Program Management
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Portland, Oregon
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Rhonda’s Answer
Hi Zariah,
As the others have said, I'm so glad you've reached out and asked this question. My twenty-something child has had relevant experiences in trying to find mental health resources. Here are some we've found that may be helpful and confidential:
https://www.crisistextline.org/
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
https://www.nami.org/help
I hope you're able to find what you're looking for in one/many of the resources provided in each of the answers posted.
Take good care.
As the others have said, I'm so glad you've reached out and asked this question. My twenty-something child has had relevant experiences in trying to find mental health resources. Here are some we've found that may be helpful and confidential:
https://www.crisistextline.org/
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
https://www.nami.org/help
I hope you're able to find what you're looking for in one/many of the resources provided in each of the answers posted.
Take good care.
Sara Daily
Executive Team Leader - Human Resources
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Florence, South Carolina
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Sara’s Answer
Hi!
First of all, I want to say thank you for being vulnerable and asking this question. Mental health has such a stigma, and it's essential that we talk about it. I'm glad that you're able to recognize the help you need, and to openly ask for it. Sending good vibes your way from afar, and I appreciate you for talking about this subject.
Definitely check out your college for mental health resources. Like Carmene said, a lot of these resources are usually free and affordable. When I, and my friends, struggled during college, we used these resources and they helped immensely. I know at bigger universities, they have even specialized services for mental health. The university I went to had specific mental health counselors for certain majors, and also had centers for specific needs. Check your college's website to see what they offer. You can always ask your doctor as well. I went to therapy for awhile through someone my doctor recommended, and it changed my life completely.
Other things you can do are find programs that can also help improve your mental health. At my university, there were multiple organizations on campus that you could join and connect with peers to talk about mental health. Some included group counseling, petting service animals, planning mental health awareness events for others, and more! This was also a great way for my peers and I to connect and talk about mental health more openly. 1 in 3 college students struggle with mental health. It's so important to talk about it and get the resources you need. Please know I'm here if you have any other follow-up questions.
Thank you again for your question, and hope you get the advice you need!
First of all, I want to say thank you for being vulnerable and asking this question. Mental health has such a stigma, and it's essential that we talk about it. I'm glad that you're able to recognize the help you need, and to openly ask for it. Sending good vibes your way from afar, and I appreciate you for talking about this subject.
Definitely check out your college for mental health resources. Like Carmene said, a lot of these resources are usually free and affordable. When I, and my friends, struggled during college, we used these resources and they helped immensely. I know at bigger universities, they have even specialized services for mental health. The university I went to had specific mental health counselors for certain majors, and also had centers for specific needs. Check your college's website to see what they offer. You can always ask your doctor as well. I went to therapy for awhile through someone my doctor recommended, and it changed my life completely.
Other things you can do are find programs that can also help improve your mental health. At my university, there were multiple organizations on campus that you could join and connect with peers to talk about mental health. Some included group counseling, petting service animals, planning mental health awareness events for others, and more! This was also a great way for my peers and I to connect and talk about mental health more openly. 1 in 3 college students struggle with mental health. It's so important to talk about it and get the resources you need. Please know I'm here if you have any other follow-up questions.
Thank you again for your question, and hope you get the advice you need!
Carmene Elmera, M.A.
Higher Education Professional
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Roselle Park, New Jersey
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Carmene’s Answer
Hello Zariah
One way you can find help is through your college. As long as you are currently enrolled at your college you have access to free Mental Health services on campus. The Counseling Center (also known as CAPS on some campuses) is a great resource for students and can connect you to a licensed Mental Health professional who can support you through your struggles. There are several other professionals on campus that can be helpful also. This includes Academic Advisors, Peer Mentors, campus club leaders/Advisors, Career Counselors, and even professors. Don't be afraid to reach out.
Best of luck to you
Visit your campus Counseling Center
One way you can find help is through your college. As long as you are currently enrolled at your college you have access to free Mental Health services on campus. The Counseling Center (also known as CAPS on some campuses) is a great resource for students and can connect you to a licensed Mental Health professional who can support you through your struggles. There are several other professionals on campus that can be helpful also. This includes Academic Advisors, Peer Mentors, campus club leaders/Advisors, Career Counselors, and even professors. Don't be afraid to reach out.
Best of luck to you
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Sharhonda B
Internal Audit
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Dallas, Texas
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Sharhonda’s Answer
Hi Zariah, one approach may be to identify people around you that have a background in providing mental health services and request an appointment. Another approach would be to talk to others that struggle with maintaining mental health and discuss their most successful strategies. Either way having someone to talk to may be helpful for you.