7 Mental Health Resources

As someone who battles with depression, anxiety and PTSD, I thought I would compile a list of helpful mental health resources for others who are struggling but don’t know where to go for help. When I was really going through my darkest time, I had no idea where to go for help. So I took myself to my local emergency room and that was the best decision I ever made for myself. So when in doubt, go to the emergency room if you are having suicidal thoughts or thoughts of self harm.

okay, here we go….

1. The National Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255 or 911 for an emergency – for anyone having thoughts of suicide.

2. Depression & bipolar support alliance or DBSA – They provide tools, peer support, education and much more for individuals with depression and bipolar disorder.

3.National Alliance on Mental Health or NAMI – The nations larges mental health organization. They provide information, advocacy, resources, support and education on all types of mental illnesses.

4.Anxiety and Depression Association of America or ADAA – They are a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders. You can join their online community, find a therapist or search through a wealth of information.

5. Partnership for Rx Assistance or PPA – This is a free and confidential service that helps people who struggle to afford medications find free or low cost prescriptions.

6. Families for Depression Awareness – Their mission is to help families cope and recognize depression and bi-polar disorder and prevent suicides. They offer education, training and support to families with a loved one going through mood disorders.

7. National Institute of Mental Health or NIMH – This is a federal agency for research on mental disorders. They offer a wealth of information on a variety of mental health disorders.

I hope you never need this list but if you do, I hope you find it useful by finding the help you need.

Love and health,

Tanya