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  1. Talking to someone and asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. People who are close to you want to help. Consider reaching out to a: Family member Friend Religious or spiritual leader Health care professional Support group

    Asking for help with mental health, drugs, alcohol | SAMHSA

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    Why should I reach out for support?
    Regardless of how you ask, reaching out for support is essential. The sooner you take action, the sooner you’ll feel empowered and start living the life you want. Also, know that healing can take time, so you’ll want to be patient with yourself.

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    What does “reaching out” mean?
    “Reaching out” is this skill we’re somehow expected to know, yet it’s never taught and rarely modeled for us. It’s this vague, hopeful sentiment that people throw around, without ever really defining it. What are we asking people to do or say? It’s not exactly clear. So I want to get more specific. We need to be more specific.

    10 Ways to ‘Reach Out’ When You’re Struggling With Your Mental Health

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    Are You struggling to reach out when you need help?
    According to a new study in the journal Psychological Science, it can be pretty dang difficult; despite the fact that most people are naturally inclined to help others, many of us struggle to reach out when we’re in need, the Stanford University team of researchers discovered.

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    What if I'm afraid to reach out for support?
    If you feel afraid or nervous, keep going. No matter how much you’ve prepared, if reaching out for support is new for you, you are going to feel uncomfortable and even afraid. And that’s okay. It’s like the famous book by Susan Jeffers says… ‘feel the fear and do it anyway”. Or the embarrassment, or shame, or whatever it is. 4. Ask first.

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    Should you reach out if you have no idea what you need?
    That’s okay; that shouldn’t discourage us from reaching out. It’s perfectly fine if you have no idea what you need or want — especially when all you can think about is how much you’re hurting. Let someone know how you’re feeling. You might be surprised by the ways they offer to support you. And if they aren’t helpful?

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    How do I find a good support person?
    Or a peer supporter who is the best listener ever. Make a list of support people in your life and note their specific strengths. Keep this list both in a place where you can see it in your home and that you can easily access on your smart phone, so you don’t have to think about who to reach out to in the midst of a depression or a crisis.

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    Oct 13, 2022 · Asking other people for help can be so difficult. Here, experts explain why that is and how to get better at reaching out when you’re struggling.

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    How and When to Help a Friend Reach Out for Support …

    If you have positive personal experience about reaching out for support, use your story to encourage your friend to do the same. Remind them that they can try it out and, if it’s not the right fit, change therapists or change approaches.

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    Mar 3, 2018 · 10 Ways to ‘Reach Out’ When You’re Struggling With Your Mental Health. March 3, 2018March 3, 2018 Sam Dylan Finch 69 Comments. I’m a mental health writer and advocate, and a suicide attempt survivor. I’ve told …

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  9. Psych Central
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    May 6, 2022 · Reach out to a hotline. Feel your feelings. Practice asking for help. Determine how you need support. Try not to be afraid of a diagnosis. Make a list of questions. Next steps. It’s common to...

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    Reaching Out Hard? 12 Keys to Getting Support

    Mar 9, 2023 · So how can you more easily and effectively reach out for support? [Need support immediately and nobody to talk to? See the NHS list of free and confidential helplines in the UK here]. Preparing yourself to be a person who …

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