"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