Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message. There are staff available day and night to help texters in their moments of crisis. Text “HOME” to 741741 for immediate support.
Network of Neighbors
If you are a member of a community impacted by acute stress, trauma, loss, or violence—or you are close to that community—you are in the best position to serve as a bridge between the community and the Network of Neighbors program.
You are encouraged to call 267-233-4837 or email networkofneighbors@phila.gov to speak with Network staff. Your call or email will be answered within 1-2 business days.
10 Health Habits to Start Your Day
If you want to improve your mental health, you need to repeatedly do things that lead to good mental health.
Link: https://www.thehabitista.com/health/10-good-mental-health-habits/
6 Best Free Meditation Apps of 2022
Whether you meditate for stress, sleep, or anxiety, these excellent free meditation apps offer a wide variety of soothing recordings to keep you calm, centered, and focused.
Link: https://graceandlightness.com/best-free-meditation-apps/
7 Exercises to Boost Your Mental Health
With physical exercise being prescribed on the NHS as a form of therapy, we ask the experts which workouts best improve our mental wellbeing as well as our bodies. We all know that working our can make us more powerful in terms of physical strength, but how many of us map out fitness goals with the aim of seeing our mental health improve?
Link: https://www.getthegloss.com/article/7-exercises-to-boost-your-mental-health
Eat These Foods to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
If you’re trying to lower your stress levels, you probably already know to start with the basics. But did you know there are some foods that lower stress levels too?
Link: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/eat-these-foods-to-reduce-stress-and-anxiety/
10 Best Mental Health Books of 2022
Books that discuss everything from daily stress to depression. Here is a list of some of the best mental health books for improved well-being.
Link: https://www.verywellmind.com/best-mental-health-books-4799301
18 Powerful Ways We Can Reduce the Mental Health Stigma
“Open up about mental health, and you’ll be amazed by how many others may open up, too.”
Link: https://themindsjournal.com/ways-reduce-mental-health-stigma/
Mental Health In The Workplace
Employers can promote awareness about the importance of mental health and stress management.
Alcohol & Anxiety
“Alcohol changes levels of serotonin and other neurotransmitters in the brain, which can worsen anxiety.”
Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol-and-anxiety#consequences
5 Ways to Support People With Mental Health Struggles
“Just a few minutes out of your week could make the difference in someone’s life.”
Link: https://adayinourshoes.com/mental-health-illness-supports/
The Right Way To Tell Someone You Love They Should Try Therapy
Watching someone you love go through problems with their mental health is hard to do. Sometimes it is obvious to outsiders that a friend or family member can benefit from seeing a trained professional.
Link: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-to-tell-someone-to-go-to-therapy_l_5d9de9f9e4b02c9da0423e79
Inspirational Mental Health Quotes
Looking for quick inspiration to get you through the day?
Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/quotes#1
3 Steps To Better Sleep When You’re Stressed
“Over time, when stress becomes chronic, your body may come to view everything as a threat and cortisol remains stubbornly high- keeping your body and brain on red alert and unable to sleep.”
Questions To Ask Your Therapist
“Choosing therapist is a very trick business. Personalities must mesh and there must be some agreement on the purpose of the process and how to proceed.”
Depression & Diet
A healthy diet may help as part of your overall treatment.