Mental Health
Resources for Students
Emotions like fear, sadness, anger, frustration and anxiety are natural responses to the COVID19 outbreak. Many of us will experience some or all of these emotions and others as we cope with the novel Coronavirus. It is important to remember that everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, and that you are never alone AND the outbreak will end at some point. We are all in this together!
How can I take care of myself?
Things you can do to take care of yourself There are things that you can do when you feel distressed, overwhelmed or in a state of panic.
These might include:
- Taking breaks from watching television; playing video games; listening to, watching or reading the news; and being aware of how social media affects your mood.
- Making time to communicate regularly with friends and family online, or by telephone or text.
- Doing your best to get plenty of sleep, eat healthy meals and exercise regularly.
- Taking time to relax, unwind, do things that you enjoy or try something new.
- Talking with trusted adults about concerns and feelings.
- Avoiding alcohol and drugs. Mental Health and Social Supports 2
- Having conversations about things other than the Coronavirus outbreak.
- Making a list of things that you like to do, or people that you can talk to over the phone, text, chat, or social media, and consider creating a regular schedule of activities each day.
What do I do if I need help or someone I know needs help?
How to Prevent Youth Suicide - If you or someone you know is experiencing severe emotional distress or is suicidal, GET HELP IMMEDIATELY by contacting one or more of the following:
- Call 911 or your local crisis line
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK En español: 1-888-628-9454
- Crisis Text Line (text “HOME” to 741741)
- The Teen Line: 1-310-855-HOPE (4673)
- National Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-448-4663
- Find Crisis Services in Your County • Substance use help: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- For Peers: warmline.org links to warmlines in every state or chat Lifeline Crisis Chat or Crisis Text Line.
- Oregon Youthline or call 877-968-8491 or text “teen2teen” to 839863
- For LGBTQIA+ Youth: The Trevor Project website or call (866) 488-7386 for a 24-hour toll-free suicide hotline or Trans Lifeline at 1–877–565–8860.
- For Native Youth: WeRNative, You are Not Alone Network
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