Resources
Everyone needs a little help sometimes, so here are several websites, helplines, and articles that will support you. You're not alone- let's take this journey together!
Mental Health
1) Teen Link: Youth under the age of 21 can call 866-833-6546 from 6-10 pm daily to speak with another teen. No issue is too big or small. Chat/text options are available; visit the website to learn more!
2) Mindfulness Exercises: Have you ever heard about a Body Scan, the 5 Senses Exercise, and The Raisin? If not, explore this website to try out some of these activities that will make you feel calmer, more grounded, and more focused. https://positivepsychology.com
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3) Friends of Youth: This nonprofit offers a wide range of services to youth, with the mission of providing emotional support. They have multiple locations that you can find here! https://www.friendsofyouth.org/about
Substance Use
1) Alateen: Support group for young people who deal with substance use themselves, or live with someone struggling with substance use. https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/
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2) North America Syringe Exchange Network: Comprehensive list of needle exchange locations throughout North America. Sterile syringes are given for free, no questions asked. https://nasen.org/
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3) Washington Recovery Helpline: A 24/7 helpline that supports anyone dealing with drug/alcohol use, problem gambling, or mental health challenges. Call or text 866-789-1511 to speak with a specialist. https://www.warecoveryhelpline.org/
LGBTQ+
1) The Trevor Project: A nonprofit suicide prevention organization that offers a confidential 24/7 crisis support line, research, and advocacy for young LGBTQ+ identifying youth. Reach a trained counselor at 866-488-7386. https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
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2) Health Education Youth Outreach: Community building program that works to empower LGBTQ+ youth and destigmatize HIV. https://www.lifelong.org/
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3) Queer Trans Youth Music Project: LGBTQ+ led music, empowerment, and advocacy programs. https://qtymp.org/
Eating Disorders
1) The Emily Program: Inpatient and outpatient eating disorder treatment facility. https://emilyprogram​
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2) National Eating Disorders Association: Education, advocacy, treatment, and prevention resources for people dealing with eating disorders. Text "NEDA" to 741741. https://www.nationaleatingdisorders​
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3) Center for Discovery: Post recovery support groups. https://centerfordiscovery.com
Grief and Loss
1) Wild Grief: Hiking groups that support people as they process through their grief, free of charge. https://www.wildgrief.org/​
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2) Eluna: Helps children deal with and process the overwhelming emotions associated with a death of someone close to them, or substance us in the family. https://elunanetwork.org/about/​
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3) Crisis Line: 24/7 support for those dealing with loss due to suicide. Call 866-427-4747. https://www.crisisconnections.org