Mental Health Matters

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Taking care of your emotional wellbeing is just as important as taking care of your physical health.
TRY THESE CALMING STRATEGIES:
  • Take a walk

  • Get a good night’s sleep

  • Eat nutritious food

  • Connect with others

  • Stretch or do yoga

  • Exercise

  • Stay hydrated

  • Practice gratitude

  • Spend time in nature

SIGNS THAT YOU OR A LOVED ONE NEEDS HELP:
  • Feeling sad or hopeless

  • Losing interest in things that once brought joy

  • Thoughts of suicide and self-harm

  • Feeling like a failure or bad about yourself

  • Substance use to feel better

Mental Health Support:
  • Suicide Prevention Hotline – call 9-8-8
  • Crisis Text Line – text HOME to 741741
  • The Source/emotional and social support for youth and caregivers – call or text 916-SUPPORT (787-7678)
  • Cal HOPE/emotional support – call (833) 317-4673
  • Care Solace – call (888) 515-0595 or visit https://www.caresolace.com/saccityusd