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Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters is a presentation funded in part by The Community Foundation of South Alabama.
If you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, reach out! Here are some helpful websites and numbers in the U.S.:
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1.800.273.8255
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Text "START" to 741741
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Call 866.488.7386
Text "Trevor" to 1.202.304.1200
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Self-care means looking after yourself! Self-care activities are things that help you maintain your mental and physical health. Here are 15 ways you can self-care!:
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1. Watch your favorite tv show
2. Listen to music
3. Read a book
4. Pet your dog or cat
5. Take a nap
6. Color
7. Write in a journal
8. Make a craft
9. Eat a healthy snack
10. Take a social media break
11. Take a long walk outside
12. Meditate
13. Clean up your room
14. Take a bath
15. Soak up fifteen minutes of sunlight
Teachers can receive the Mental Health Matters presentation for FREE for use in their classroom.
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