My Mental Health: Do I Need Help?
Do you need help with your mental health? If you don't know where to start, this infographic may help guide you.
Do I have mild symptoms that have lasted for less than 2 weeks?
Feeling a little down
Feeling down, but still able to do job, schoolwork, or housework
Some trouble sleeping
Feeling down, but still able to take care of yourself or take care of others
If so, here are some self-care activities that can help:
Exercising (e.g., aerobics, yoga)
Engaging in social contact (virtual or in person)
Getting adequate sleep on a regular schedule
Eating healthy
Talking to a trusted friend or family member
Practicing meditation, relaxation, and mindfulness
If the symptoms above do not improve or seem to be worsening despite self-care efforts, talk to your health care provider.
Do I have severe symptoms that have lasted 2 weeks or more?
Difficulty sleeping
Appetite changes that result in unwanted weight changes
Struggling to get out of bed in the morning because of mood
Difficulty concentrating
Loss of interest in things you usually find enjoyable
Unable to perform usual daily functions and responsibilities
Thoughts of death or self-harm
Seek professional help:
Psychotherapy (talk therapy)—virtual or in person; individual, group, or family
Medications
Brain stimulation therapies
If you are in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org, or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741).
Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.
Be clear, be confident and don’t overthink it. The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve and your site can evolve with it. Your goal should be to make it feel right for right now. Later will take care of itself. It always does.
