Get Help

How Do I Know If I Need Help?


Some indicators that you should seek help are:
  • Confused thinking
  • Delusions or hallucinations
  • Denial of obvious problems
  • Dramatic changes in eating or sleeping habits
  • Excessive fears, worries and anxieties
  • Feelings of extreme highs and lows
  • Growing inability to cope with daily problems and activities
  • Numerous unexplained physical ailments
  • Prolonged sadness or irritability (depression)
  • Social withdrawal
  • Strong feelings of anger
  • Substance abuse
  • Suicidal thoughts

What Do I Do If I Need Help?

Start by contacting more than one person. If you can't get help from one person, keep trying. Some people to consider asking for help from include:
  • Case Manager
  • County Social Worker
  • Family Physician
  • Friends and Family
  • Health Insurance Provider
  • Local Mental Health Agency
  • Public Health
  • Public Health
  • Religious Leader