Mental Health Support

"HOW TO KNOW IF I NEED HELP?"

  • Marked changes in personality, eating or sleeping patterns

  • An inability to cope with problems or daily activities

  • Feeling disconnected or withdrawal from normal activities

  • Unusual or "magical" thinking

  • Excessive anxiety

  • Prolonged sadness, depression or apathy

  • Thoughts or statements about suicide or harming others

  • Substance misuse

  • Extreme mood swings

  • Excessive anger, hostility or violent behavior

Mental Health Tips

  • Socialize with friends

  • Go for a walk

  • Set short or long term goals for yourself

  • Quiet your mind (try meditating)

  • Try to get 8 hours of sleep every night

  • Make positive affirmations for yourself

  • Find a hobby that doesn't involve a screen (drawing, painting, yoga)

  • Schedule a mental health day for yourself

Suicide Prevention/Mental Health Support Lines

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 (24/7)

  • The National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 (24/7)

  • Crisis Text Line: Text SUPPORT to 741-741 (24/7)

  • Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network: 800-656-4673

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness: 800-950-6264 (M-F 10am-10pm ET)

  • The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386

This information is provided by PHS students on how to recognize and find support when experiencing mental health issues.

Please reach out to a trusted adult or your counselor for more support and resources