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Many people felt a deep need to reach out for mental health help following Tuesday night’s election results.
Crisis Text Line, a mental health service that allows people to chat with a counselor via messaging, experienced twice the average volume in the last 24 hours, according to the organization.
In an analysis of the messages Crisis Text Line received, data researchers at the organization found the words “election” and “scared” were the top two phrases being mentioned by texters. The most common association with the word “scared” in texts was the phrase “LGBTQ.”
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a 24-hour hotline for people who are at risk for self harm, also saw a rise following the results. The number of calls between the hours of 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. Eastern Time increased by 140 percent, according to John Draper, the project director for the Lifeline.
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Spend time with loved ones.
There’s power in human connection and social support. Research shows hanging out with close friends can beat stress.
Keep up a routine.
Write down your emotions.
Allow yourself to feel sad...
...But seek help if it becomes overwhelming.
If you’re in crisis, you can text HELLO to 741-741 for free, 24-hour support from the Crisis Text Line.
If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Outside of the U.S., please visit the International Association for Suicide Prevention for a database of resources.
Crisis Help Lines Have Been Inundated Following The Election
If you or anyone you know needs help - don't be afraid to ask. Help is available.
Many people felt a deep need to reach out for mental health help following Tuesday night’s election results.
Crisis Text Line, a mental health service that allows people to chat with a counselor via messaging, experienced twice the average volume in the last 24 hours, according to the organization.
In an analysis of the messages Crisis Text Line received, data researchers at the organization found the words “election” and “scared” were the top two phrases being mentioned by texters. The most common association with the word “scared” in texts was the phrase “LGBTQ.”
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a 24-hour hotline for people who are at risk for self harm, also saw a rise following the results. The number of calls between the hours of 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. Eastern Time increased by 140 percent, according to John Draper, the project director for the Lifeline.
XXXX --- Mod Edit -- Lakhota Not gonna fix your copyright theft problems for you anymore. We're just gonna close your threads and warn you..
Spend time with loved ones.
There’s power in human connection and social support. Research shows hanging out with close friends can beat stress.
Keep up a routine.
Write down your emotions.
Allow yourself to feel sad...
...But seek help if it becomes overwhelming.
If you’re in crisis, you can text HELLO to 741-741 for free, 24-hour support from the Crisis Text Line.
If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Outside of the U.S., please visit the International Association for Suicide Prevention for a database of resources.
Crisis Help Lines Have Been Inundated Following The Election
If you or anyone you know needs help - don't be afraid to ask. Help is available.
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