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It’s common to need mental health support. But sometimes it’s hard to tell when you do. Struggles show up differently for everyone and don’t always look like panic attacks or wanting to stay in bed all day. Even stuff that seems small can add up and mess with your daily life.
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Checking in regularly with yourself or someone you trust can help you see if something’s off. Think about how you’re feeling and ask if it’s affecting your thoughts, your body, or your life in any way. Here are some things to watch out for:
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It can also be helpful to regularly ask yourself some quick questions, like:
On a scale of 0 to 10,
how am I feeling today?
If I need to talk, who
do I know will listen?
On a scale of 0 to 10,
how am I feeling today?
If I need to talk, who
do I know will listen?
What’s been on my mind lately?
Am I giving my body what it needs?
What’s been on my mind lately?
Am I giving my body what it needs?
What’s brought me joy recently?
If you can’t think of anyone in your life right now that you’d feel comfortable talking to about your mental health, that’s OK. There are a lot of people and organizations trained in mental health that can help.
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