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Ask for specific help

For:: Grief & loss ,; Guilt ,; Loneliness ,; Sadness ,; Chronic health issues & disabilities ,; Family conflict ,; Money issues ,; Burnout

Though making a specific ask when you're going through difficult times might feel strange, well-intentioned friends who say “Let me know if I can do anything” will be glad to have a clear idea of how to be helpful. If you aren’t sure where to start, consider: Practical support: errands, cooking, babysitting, etc.; Social/well-being activities: taking a walk, going to coffee or lunch, etc.; Emotional support: spending time together—to talk, or just spend time together.

Recognize when to get help

For:: Substance use ,; Trauma ,; Non-substance addiction ,; Family conflict ,; Money issues ,; Guilt ,; Sadness ,; Worry

If you feel things getting worse instead of better, notice you've lost interest in people and things you used to enjoy, or have trouble doing everyday things like eating, getting dressed, and getting out of the house, you may be experiencing a more serious mental health issue and it’s important to seek out help from a therapist or psychiatrist who can help you find relief. It can be hard to recognize changes in symptoms, so consider tracking them in a journal or mood-tracking app. If you or a loved one is having thoughts of self-harm, talk to someone you trust or call or text 988 to get free and confidential support from the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Learn about more crisis resources

Consider attending therapy

For:: Worry ,; Anger ,; Burnout ,; Chronic health issues & disabilities ,; Coping with discrimination & stigma ,; Family conflict ,; Grief & loss ,; Guilt ,; Loneliness ,; Non-substance addiction ,; Sadness ,; Shame ,; Substance use ,; Trauma

Therapists and psychiatrists are trained to deal with a range of situations and can reliably hold a safe space for working through things together and develop helpful coping skills.

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