Resources
Do you have questions about mental health? Are there topics you want to learn more about? Do you want to be inspired by stories from real people? Check out our resources that cover a range of topics from Anxiety to Substance Use. You can also hear directly from our CEO through Kiara’s Note or others just like you from our Voices of Hope blog.
Just The Facts: Bipolar Disorder
What Is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. Symptoms of bipolar disorder are…
Just The Facts: Panic Disorder
What is panic disorder?
People with panic disorder have sudden and repeated attacks of fear that last for several minutes or longer. These are called panic attacks. Panic attacks are characterized by a fear of disaster or of losing control…
Just The Facts: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
What is it?
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes with the seasons. While it’s more typical in the winter months, just because we’re moving into Spring doesn’t automatically mean we’ve escaped it. It c…
Take Care of Yourself During Times of Crisis & Trauma
During times of crisis and tragedy, it is important to remember to take care of yourself and those close to you. The most immediate concern for most people right now is safety. The following guidelines may be helpful.
Try to keep routine as muc…
How to Help Children Cope With Trauma
Although children have many of the same reactions as adults due to trauma, they have different ways of expressing their reactions and need some special help to cope. The following are some suggestions for dealing with a child in crisis.
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Private: Children’s Reactions to Disaster & Trauma
Children’s responses to trauma vary according to their age of the child. Generally, children respond by reverting to behavior typical of an earlier developmental stage. These responses are considered NORMAL if they are of brief (less than three wee…
Private: Helping Children and Youth Through Difficult Times
Talk honestly about the incident and share some of your own feelings about it. Children and teens need to feel informed when they see their parents and other adults reacting to a crisis.
Encourage children and teens to talk about their concerns…
