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general resources
Some Possible Symptoms
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Feelings of denial, excessive anger, and/or irritation
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Lacking Motivation or feeling helpless
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Feeling burned out, overwhelmed, and/or tired
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Having trouble sleeping or concentrating
Resources
Mental Health America: Compiled database of guidelines with tips and external resources for a lot of different personal situations and identities (ex: there’s a section on protecting your mental health as a parent caring for a child with an illness during covid
Checkpoint: has compiled a list of websites, online resources, and hotlines based in your country
National Alliance On Mental Health (NAMI): Provides resources on how to take care of your Mental Health and has specific websites for each state that list all the classes and programs in your state
Health care workers
Healthcare workers have the unique challenge of caring for others during this unprecedented pandemic which can lead to stress, anxiety, and fear. Studies from the CDC show that this constant state distress can greatly affect your well being, and in turn have a negative effect on how you treat your patients. It is important that you are able to recognize what this decline in mental health looks like, take steps to cope with it, and know which resources to turn to for help.
Where to go for help
- https://www.forthefrontlines.org/ : resource for 24/7 mental health service for health professionals. Also comes with a toolkit to spread awareness about the platform
- https://project-parachute.org/
- Disaster Distress Helpline Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746
If you need to find treatment or mental health providers in your area: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Find Treatment
Teachers
For many teachers, this time has been filled with trying to support students through the unknown of remote learning which comes with the stress of a learning curve as well as trying to focus on personal wellbeing. While many mental health resources have focused on students and parents, educators are often left out of the equation.
Where to go for help ​
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MindPathCare.com/telehealth: resource if you need to speak with someone about the stress of being an educator during a pandemic
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Onwardthebook.com: This tackles the issue of teacher stress and burnout with a detailed path to maintaining your resiliency.
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Breathe 4 Change has a number of resources teachers can share with students & families either for at-home use or for use during synchronous, online learning. Resources include family guide for well-being, mindfulness activities for the online classroom, and online guide for classroom compassion and courage.
community leaders
COVID-19 has drastically shifted the outlook for professionals and community leaders
Where to go for help ​​
Black and latinx
As members of a group that is disproportionately affected by COVID, your mental health can plummet as a result of the anxiety and fear that comes with knowing your race is at a higher risk. At a time in the world when there is a sudden racial reckoning and awareness of racial injustice, there is an added level of distress for the Black community.
Where to go for help
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QTIBIPOC Healing Space: An online Facebook group where queer, trans, and intersex BIPOC folks can find community and discuss life during the pandemic
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The Loveland Therapy Fund provides financial assistance, so Black women and girls have access to a comprehensive list of mental health professionals across the country that provide high quality, culturally competent services during COVID-19 and beyond.
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The Brown Girl Therapy newsletter includes information on its virtual meetups, workshops, and resources on mental health
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Inclusive Therapists is a place where individuals of a wide range of backgrounds can find transparent and value-based inclusive care. In an attempt to reduce the impact of COVID-19, they are offering reduced-fee virtual therapy or teletherapy.
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Adriana Alejandre, LMFT created Latinx Therapy, a bilingual podcast and directory that aims to “break the stigma of mental health as it relates to the Latinx community while teaching self-help techniques, how to support oneself and their loved ones struggling with mental illnesses, and create cultural competency for other providers working with the Latinx population.”