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Eating Disorders An eating disorder is a mental health disorder where you use food and weight to cope with emotional distress. People of all ages, genders and backgrounds can develop an eating disorder, although teenagers and young women are at higher risk. With treatment, you can recover from an eating disorder. If you are going through an eating disorder, it is important to have the right assessment and treatment as early as possible to help you deal with your physical, nutritional and mental health needs. If you're struggling with an eating disorder you're not alone. There is support there and you can get through it. Recovery is the best option, it can be a long and hard road but you can get through it. You are so much stronger than you even know. "What are the types of eating disorders?" Anorexia Nervosa Anorexia (or anorexia nervosa) is a serious mental illness where people are of low weight due to limiting how much they eat and drink. They may develop “rules” around what they feel they can and cannot eat, as well as things like when and where they’ll eat. Anorexia can affect anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background. As well as limiting how much they eat, they may do lots of exercise, make themselves sick, or misuse laxatives to get rid of food eaten. Some people with anorexia may experience cycles of bingeing (eating large amounts of food at once) and then purging. Read more Bulimia (or bulimia nervosa) is a serious mental illness. It can affect anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background. People with bulimia are caught in a cycle of eating large quantities of food (called bingeing), and then trying to compensate for that overeating by vomiting, taking laxatives or diuretics, fasting, or exercising excessively (called purging). Treatment at the earliest possible opportunity gives the best chance for a fast and sustained recovery from bulimia. Read more Bulimia OSFED Anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder are diagnosed using a list of expected behavioural, psychological, and physical symptoms. Sometimes a person’s symptoms don’t exactly fit the expected symptoms for any of these three specific eating disorders. In that case, they might be diagnosed with an “other specified feeding or eating disorder” (OSFED). This is very common. OSFED accounts for the highest percentage of eating disorders, and anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background can experience it. It is every bit as serious as anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder, and can develop from or into another diagnosis. People suffering from OSFED need and deserve treatment just as much as anyone else with an eating disorder. Read more Rumination disorder Rumination disorder is an illness that involves repetitive, habitual bringing up of food that might be partly digested. It often occurs effortlessly and painlessly, and is not associated with nausea or disgust. Rumination disorder can affect anyone at any age. Vomiting in rumination disorder is different to the kind of sickness you might get with a stomach bug, for example – the person won’t appear to feel sick or experience involuntary retching. The person may re-chew and re-swallow the food or just spit it out. People with rumination disorder often do not feel in control of their disorder. Read more ARFID Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, more commonly known as ARFID, is a condition characterised by the person avoiding certain foods or types of food, having restricted intake in terms of overall amount eaten, or both. Someone might be avoiding and/or restricting their intake for a number of different reasons. Read more Binge eating disorder Binge eating disorder (BED) is a serious mental illness where people eat very large quantities of food without feeling like they’re in control of what they’re doing. It can affect anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background, and evidence suggests it is more common than other eating disorders. Read more Orthorexia refers to an unhealthy obsession with eating “pure” food. Food considered “pure” or “impure” can vary from person to person. This doesn’t mean that anyone who subscribes to a healthy eating plan or diet is suffering from orthorexia. As with other eating disorders, the eating behaviour involved – “healthy” or “clean” eating in this case – is used to cope with negative thoughts and feelings, or to feel in control. Someone using food in this way might feel extremely anxious or guilty if they eat food they feel is unhealthy Orthorexia Read more PICA Pica is a feeding disorder in which someone eats non-food substances that have no nutritional value, such as paper, soap, paint, chalk, or ice. For a diagnosis of pica, the behaviour must be present for at least one month, not part of a cultural practice, and developmentally inappropriate – generally, it’s not diagnosed in children under the age of two, as it is common for babies to “mouth” objects, which can lead to them accidentally eating substances that aren’t meant to be eaten. Often, pica is not revealed until medical consequences occur, such as metal toxicity, cracked teeth, or infections Read more Anyone of any age, gender, background etc can suffer from an eating disorder. You don't need to be underweight to have an eating disorder. Your thoughts and feelings are valid and its important to get help. A person can develop an eating disorder for any number of reasons, and there is usually an accumulation of ‘risk factors’ which are identified as the person progresses through treatment. It is not always the case that something significantly traumatic has happened in a person’s life that has caused the eating disorder, although sometimes this can be the case. More often than not, there are many factors that for some reason interact in a particular way for that particular person, triggering them to engage in disordered eating behaviours, which in turn triggers their thinking to become distorted and results in the person becoming increasingly ‘imprisoned’ by the eating disorder. - Bodywhys BEAT Eating disorders can take up someone's life and they might feel horrible about themselves. Try to be patient if you know someone who is struggling and listen. Beateatingdisorder UK is a brilliant charity in the UK and they have a lot of information and resources. Body whys Ireland is also a great Charity for eating disorders in Ireland. Bodywhys If you or someone else is in crisis or having a medical emergency, go to your nearest hospital or call your countrys emergency number. 999, 911, 112,000 Resources and helplines

Зв'яжіться зі мною Ірландія thehopeproject2021@gmail.com The Hope Project is here to provide support to those struggling with mental health issues. We are available to listen to anyone. For those who want to vent, talk about anything, write about their day or anything else, they can message us and we'll be there to listen. We understand how hard it can be to talk about mental health issues, and we are here for you. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Ім'я Електронна пошта Тема повідомлення Подати

If you suffer with anxiety and panic attacks, you,re not alone. There is techniques that can help you cope better and be more in control and also there is instructions on how to help someone having a panic attack. Panic Attacks A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause. Panic attacks can be very frightening. When panic attacks occur, you might think you're losing control, having a heart attack or even dying. While they are frightening they are not dangerous. There are things you can to to feel calmer and more in control. Дихання Якщо ви швидко дихаєте під час нападу паніки, виконання дихальних вправ може полегшити інші симптоми. Спробуйте це: Вдихніть через ніс якомога повільніше, глибоко і ніжно. Повільно, глибоко і обережно видихніть через рот. Деяким людям корисно постійно рахувати від одного до п’яти при кожному вдиху та кожному видиху. Закрийте очі і зосередьтеся на своєму диханні. 5,4,3,2,1 техніка Якщо у вас напад паніки, техніка заземлення 5,4,3,2,1 може бути дуже корисною. Ось як: Назвіть 5 речей, які ви можете побачити, Назвіть 4 речі, які ви можете відчути, Назвіть 3 речі, які ви можете почути, Назви 2 речі, які відчуваєш запах, Назвіть 1 річ, яку ви можете скуштувати. Ця техніка допоможе вам зосередитися та зосередитися. Те, що ми намагаємося зробити, — це приземлити вас і дати вам відчути більше контролю, щоб краще справлятися. Іноді мати щось у ваших руках під час виконання цих технік може дійсно допомогти. Наприклад, тримаючи кубики льоду або граючи з непосидою. Ви також можете завантажити деякі програми, які допоможуть вам заспокоїтися. Rootd Перерив подиху Явний страх Головний простір Журнал Daylio Woebot Деякі люди люблять займатися діяльністю, щоб зосередити свій розум на чомусь іншому. Наприклад: Малювання Забарвлення Розривний папір Дивитися фільм Слухайте музику дуже голосно Збирається гуляти Гра/проведення часу з домашнім улюбленцем. Дзвінок другу Це може бути що завгодно, якщо це вам допоможе, ось що має значення. Складання невеликого плану щодо того, що ви можете зробити, коли ви відчуєте напад паніки, що наближається, або коли він у вас є, може бути корисним. Невеликий список речей, які ви можете зробити в цей момент, може вам допомогти. Допомога людині, яка має панічну атаку. Це може бути страшно, коли хтось із ваших знайомих має панічну атаку, але ви можете зробити кілька простих речей, щоб допомогти їм: Зберігайте спокій , тримайте свій голос спокійним і не розмовляйте про те, що з ними відбувається під час нападу паніки, і не зосереджуйтеся на цьому. Нагадайте їм, що вони в безпеці, і все скоро закінчиться. Запитайте їх, чи їм щось потрібно . Хтось із панічним нападом не завжди може сказати вам, що йому потрібно, але запитання може допомогти нагадати йому, що він не самотній. Допоможіть їм дихати. Спробуйте рахувати вголос, вдихаючи 5 секунд і видихаючи 5 секунд. Підтримайте їх після цього, відведіть їх у тихе місце, щоб вони заспокоїлися, і дайте їм води, якщо вони потребують.

Відмова від відповідальності Якщо вам потрібна додаткова інформація або виникли запитання щодо застереження нашого сайту, будь ласка, зв’яжіться з нами електронною поштою за адресою Thehopeproject2021@gmail.com . Наше Застереження було створено за допомогою генератора застережень_cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b- 136bad5cf58d_ . Відмова від відповідальності для The Hope project Уся інформація на цьому веб-сайті - https://thehopeproject2021.wixsite.com/thehopeproject2022 - публікується добросовісно та лише для загальної інформації. Проект «Надія» не дає жодних гарантій щодо повноти, достовірності та точності цієї інформації. Будь-які дії, які ви вживаєте з інформацією, яку ви знайдете на цьому веб-сайті (проект «Надія»), виконуєте виключно на свій страх і ризик. Проект Hope не несе відповідальності за будь-які збитки та/або збитки, пов’язані з використанням нашого веб-сайту. З нашого веб-сайту ви можете відвідувати інші веб-сайти, переходячи за гіперпосиланнями на такі зовнішні сайти. Хоча ми прагнемо надавати лише якісні посилання на корисні й етичні веб-сайти, ми не контролюємо вміст і характер цих сайтів. Ці посилання на інші веб-сайти не означають рекомендації щодо всього вмісту, що міститься на цих сайтах. Власники сайтів і вміст можуть змінитися без попередження, і це може відбутися до того, як ми матимемо можливість видалити посилання, яке могло бути «поганим». Пам’ятайте також, що коли ви залишаєте наш веб-сайт, на інших сайтах можуть діяти інші політики та умови конфіденційності, які ми не можемо контролювати. Обов’язково ознайомтеся з Політикою конфіденційності цих сайтів, а також із їхніми «Умовами надання послуг», перш ніж розпочинати будь-який бізнес або завантажувати будь-яку інформацію. Коментар від творця. Цей веб-сайт призначений ЛИШЕ для інформації. Є групи підтримки, але за ними постійно спостерігають. Якщо ви перебуваєте в кризовому стані або потребуєте медичної допомоги, будь ласка, зверніться до свого лікаря загальної практики, місцевої швидкої допомоги або 999. У мене немає ліцензії чи кваліфікації для надання підтримки психічного здоров’я в кризових чи екстрених ситуаціях. Я тут, щоб направити людей до найкращого для них сервісу, отримати інформацію чи будь-які запитання, які можуть у когось виникнути. Згода Користуючись нашим веб-сайтом, ви погоджуєтеся з нашим застереженням і погоджуєтеся з його умовами. оновлення Якщо ми оновимо, виправимо чи внесемо будь-які зміни в цей документ, ці зміни буде розміщено тут на видному місці. Зв'язатись

If you are struggling with grief you are not alone. Grief and coping with loss Losing someone you love can be one of the hardest things to deal with. Especially if you were close to that person. "Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s the emotional suffering you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. Often, the pain of loss can feel overwhelming. You may experience all kinds of difficult and unexpected emotions, from shock or anger to disbelief, guilt, and profound sadness. The pain of grief can also disrupt your physical health, making it difficult to sleep, eat, or even think straight. These are normal reactions to loss—and the more significant the loss, the more intense your grief will be." Grieving process There is no right or wrong way to grieve; it is a very personal process. How you grieve is determined by a wide range of things, such as your personality and coping mechanisms, your life experience, your religious beliefs, and the importance of the loss to you. The grieving process inevitably requires time. There is no "normal" timeframe for grieving; healing develops gradually and cannot be hastened or coerced. In weeks or months, some people start to feel better. For some it may take years. Whatever your level of pain, it's crucial to be kind to yourself and let things take their course. If you’ve experienced a loss, there are a number of things that will help you as you grieve: be gentle with yourself. Your energy may be low for a while so do not place too many demands on yourself. look after your physical health. You may find you’ve lost your appetite. However, it’s important that you eat healthily. Many people find eating small but frequent meals helpful. It’s also important to try to get some exercise; even a small walk each day can be beneficial. make sure you get enough rest and sleep. This will help you avoid becoming run down or physically ill. seek out support from others who are willing to listen. Talking is important because it helps you express what you’re feeling. Try to find one or two people with whom you can simply be yourself and who’ll allow you to talk when you need to. allow yourself to experience the feelings that come with bereavement, even if they’re difficult. It can be helpful to talk these over with someone you trust. This could be a family member, although it’s important to remember they are grieving too. Sometimes, talking to someone outside the family can be beneficial. don’t rush things. You’re trying to come to terms with a major upheaval in your life. Give yourself permission to take things a bit easier. In general, it’s best to put off making major decisions such as moving home or changing jobs for at least six months to a year. Physical and emotional symptoms of grief These are some of the physical symptoms of grief that you may experience: a hollow feeling in your stomach tightness, or heaviness, in your chest or throat oversensitivity to noise difficulty breathing feeling very tired and weak a lack of energy dry mouth an increase or decrease in appetite finding it hard to sleep or fear of sleeping aches and pains. Normal emotional reactions can include: Temporary loss of interest in things that used to bring joy Numbness, shock, sadness, despair, fear, guilt Decreased confidence and self-esteem Temporary increase in anxiety Sense of loss of control Changes in capacity and ability to deal with stress Less focus at work Changes in interpersonal relationships If your sadness, anxiety or depression persist for a period of time without relief, or if you experience significant impacts to your ability to function in the world, you may need to seek professional help. Things to be on the lookout for include: Inability to get out of bed Deep sense of hopelessness all the time Listlessness that does not go away Complete lack of joy in things that used to bring you great joy Suicidal thoughts Self-isolation Sleep disruption that does not get better over time Inability to work Ways to cope Coping with loss is something that's very hard to do. Its okay to be upset, shocked or many other things you may be feeling. Its okay to let yourself grieve, be patient with yourself. Talking to a professional about how you're feeling and getting tips off them can help greatly. Remember you're never alone and there's always someone there to listen 24/7. Resources Information on this page is from https://hospicefoundation.ie/i-need-help/i-am-bereaved/coping-with-loss/ https://www.betterup.com/blog/symptoms-of-grief https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm

Anxiety Anxiety is your body's natural response to stress. It's a feeling of fear or apprehension about what's to come. The first day of school, going to a job interview, or giving a speech may cause most people to feel fearful and nervous. - https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety Anxiety is quite hard to live with and it’s different for everyone. A lot of people might not understand anxiety but everyone gets anxiety from time to time just other people are anxious all the time. What triggers one person's anxiety may not create the same response in someone else. A break-up, concern about exams or work, or an argument with a friend can make you feel anxious, worried or scared. Anxiety is an everyday feeling. But it can become a problem when there is no obvious reason for it. Or when anxious feelings persist for more than a couple of weeks. Physical effects of anxiety Dry mouth and/or difficulty swallowing Nightmares Difficulty getting to and staying asleep Poor concentration Muscle tension and headaches Rapid heart rate and breathing Sweating or trembling Diarrhoea A flare-up of another health problem or illness (for example, dermatitis, asthma) Some common ways anxiety can affect your behaviour and feelings Irritability or always being in a bad mood Having a strong urge to avoid situations that could trigger your anxiety Worry or always feeling that something bad is about to happen Asking a lot of needless questions and needing constant reassurance Being a perfectionist Being pessimistic and focusing on what may go wrong in any given situation https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/mental-health/anxiety.html How to deal with anxiety. Try these when you're feeling anxious or stressed: Take a time-out. Practice yoga, listen to music, meditate, get a massage, or learn relaxation techniques. Stepping back from the problem helps clear your head. Eat well-balanced meals. Do not skip any meals. Do keep healthful, energy-boosting snacks on hand. Limit alcohol and caffeine, which can aggravate anxiety and trigger panic attacks. Get enough sleep. When stressed, your body needs additional sleep and rest. Exercise daily to help you feel good and maintain your health. Check out the fitness tips below. Take deep breaths. Inhale and exhale slowly. Count to 10 slowly. Repeat, and count to 20 if necessary. Do your best. Instead of aiming for perfection, which isn't possible, be proud of however close you get. Accept that you cannot control everything. Put your stress in perspective: Is it really as bad as you think? Welcome humor. A good laugh goes a long way. Maintain a positive attitude. Make an effort to replace negative thoughts with positive ones. Get involved. Volunteer or find another way to be active in your community, which creates a support network and gives you a break from everyday stress. Learn what triggers your anxiety. Is it work, family, school, or something else you can identify? Write in a journal when you’re feeling stressed or anxious, and look for a pattern. Panic Attacks and Anxiety Remember if you're struggling, talk to someone. Talk to a friend, family member, teacher or just anyone. once you start talking it gets easier Helplines

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Depression is more than just an unhappy feeling..... Depression Depression is more than an unhappy feeling for feeling fed up for a few days its much more than that. Everyone can feel sad from time to time but depression is constant and doesn't go away easily and someone might not know why they are depressed. Its not a sign of weakness or something you can just snap out of. Psychological Symptoms Losing interest or pleasure in Hobbies. Continuous low mood, emptiness or sadness. Feeling hopeless and helpless. Having low self-esteem. Feeling worthless or guilty. Feeling irritable and intolerant of others. Having no motivation or interest in things. Struggling to find purpose in life Feeling anxious or worried. Having thoughts or behaviours surrounding suicide or self-harm. Difficulty concentrating or making decisions. Talk with someone you trust - Teacher, Family member, Counsellor, Friend, Helpline. Write about how you are feeling. [Journal, Writing on a piece of paper then destroying it]. Meditation Play an instrument Read a book. Learn something new. Set small goals for yourself such as brushing your teeth, putting dirty dishes in the dish washer, brushing your hair, having a shower, hanging out with friends, make your bed - whatever goal you accomplish is a step forward no matter how big or small. Exercise. Coping strategies Physical Symptoms Changes in appetite or weight Sleep disturbances Fatigue or loss of energy Headaches Digestive issues Chronic pain Causes Bereavement Divorce Illness Redundancy - Job or money worries The experience of loss Stressful events Personality Family history/genetics Giving birth Loneliness Alcohol and drugs Illness Read More Treatment Therapies - CBT, EMDR, Art Therapy, Music therapy, Talking therapy, Behavioural Therapy. Antidepressants. Going to hospital. Talk to your doctor to find the best treatment option for you. Read More Support Its okay to reach out for support, its the bravest thing you can do. You're not alone, there's lots of services there to help. Ireland Aware Ireland My Mind Turn2me Jigsaw Childline Barnardos Alone Online support Phone support Samaritans - Call 116123 Pieta house - Call 1800 247 247, Text HELP to 51444 Crisis text line - Text HELLO to 50808 View More UK Hub Of Hope Depression UK Kooth Childline UK The MIX NHS Online support Phone support Samaritans - Call 116123 SHOUT - Text SHOUT to 85258 SANEline - Call 0300 304 7000 Papyrus - 0800 068 4141 Call 111 or 999 in an Emergency View More USA Mental health America Warmline Online support Phone support Call or text 988 For other countries go to our resources and helplines page Resources

We provide information and resources for mental health and suicide. You can also message us on the online chat. You're never alone, we are here for you. Шарлотта Мак Привіт, мене звуть Шарлотта Мак, мені 16 років, я живу в Тіперері, Ірландія. Я створив цей веб-сайт, оскільки багато років боровся зі своїм психічним здоров’ям, і я знаю, що таке бути самотнім і як це, коли психічна хвороба займає все твоє життя. Я хочу змінити ситуацію та допомогти людям. Цей веб-сайт є безпечним місцем для всіх. Існують групи та інформація про ресурси та послуги для психічного здоров’я, і якщо ви або хтось із ваших знайомих відчуваєте труднощі, є інформація й для цього. Ви також можете зв'язатися зі мною електронною поштою або натиснувши кнопку «ДАВАЙТЕ ЧАТ». Тут ти можеш бути собою, і ти такий сильний і сміливий. -Люблю Шарлотту хх

The Hope Project is an Online Mental health forum where people all over the world can get information, support, advice and so much more. - thehopeproject Welcome to HOPE HOPE - Hold On, Pain Ends About Us Not all Storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path.... Quote of the month Information Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders Self Harm Panic Attacks Suicidal thoughts Your Stories "I've been suffering from mental health issues for about 3 years and been struggling with self harm & suicidal thoughts for most of that time. one day last year i had just had enough and i’d completely given up & lost hope that anything would get better, that night i made an attempt on my life which then landed me in hospital requiring treatment. for anyone considering taking their lives please give life another shot, i know things are unimaginably tough for you right now but things can improve with time and the right help. you matter, you’re strong and the world is a better place with you in it. keep fighting <3" Read More

Resources and helplines in Ireland Resources and Helplines in Ireland Nationally Pieta house Pieta provides free, therapeutic approach to people who are in suicidal distress, engage in self-harm, or bereaved by suicide, 24/7. Call 1800 247 247, Text HELP to 51444. Read More Bodywhys Bodywhys, the Eating Disorders Association of Ireland, is the national voluntary organisation supporting people affected by eating disorders Call 012107906 email alex@bodywhys.ie Read More Samaritans They are there , day or night, for anyone who’s struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure. Call 116 123 Email jo@samaritans.ie Read More Aware Supporting Your Mental Health. Aware undertakes to create a society where people affected by stress, depression, bipolar disorder and mood related conditions are understood, supported, free from stigma, and are encouraged to access appropriate therapies. Freephone: 1800 80 48 48 Read More Childline Childline is open every day and is for all children and young people in Ireland up to and including the age of 18. Call 1800 66 66 66 Read More Jigsaw Jigsaw offer expert mental health advice and support, online and in person, to young people across Ireland, aged 12 - 25 years-old. Read More 999/112 Call 999/112 in an emergency or if yours or someone else's life is at risk. National services Turn2Me They offer self-help, peer support and professional support through an online platform for those who are experiencing poor mental health. More Info Grow Grow Mental Health is a charity that provides free, friendly community based, peer support groups for anyone who is experiencing a mental health issue. More Info Shine Supporting people effected by mental ill health and their families through information and education. More Info ParentLine Parentline is a national, confidential helpline that offers parents support, information and guidance on all aspects of being a parent and any parenting issues. More Info Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy List of registered Counsellors & Psychotherapists practicing in Ireland More Info Womens Aid Confidential information, support and understanding to women who are being abused by current or former boyfriends, partners or husbands. More Info The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre For people who have experienced sexual assult, rape or childhood sexual abuse. More Info Aoibhneas Women and Children’s Refuge Domestic abuse support for women and children. 24-hour support, information and referral services, access to safe accommodation – for women and children forced to leave their home due to domestic abuse. More Info LGBT Ireland National support service for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people and their families and friends. More Info If you are struggling with your mental health go to your GP so they can direct you to the best services in your area. If you or someone you know is in Crisis go to the emergency department or call 112

Suicidal thoughts If you are having thoughts of suicide you're not alone. They can be scary and they can give you many other unwanted feelings and thoughts. Remember you don't have to act on these thoughts. You are so loved and worth so much. There is help Available. Симптоми Думки про самогубство Getting help for suicidal thoughts Talking to someone about how you are feeling can help. Once you start talking it gets better. You can talk to a family, friend, teacher, anyone who you trust. Go to your doctor. They can get different resources for you and run tests to find out what's going on. Book an appointment to see a therapist. If you feel you cant keep yourself safe you can call the police or ambulance or you can go to your nearest hospital. I know it can be frightening to do this but these people want to help you and you're NOT wasting anyone's time. Everyone needs help from time to time. Call a helpline. If you or someone you know is in crisis or having a medical emergency call your country's emergency number 999, 112, 911, 000 Helplines IE - Call 1800 247 247, or text HELLO to 50808 UK - Call 116 123 or text HELLO to 85258 USA - Call 988 or text HOME to 741 741 more resources and helplines here Making a safety plan can really help when the thoughts get too much. It can distract and ground you. It also helps to remind you of the good things in life. You can download this safety plan template and create your own. When you feel unsafe you can read the safety plan and follow and safety tips and distractions you have. If the safety plan doesn't help its time to call an ambulance or go to hospital. Mental health is just as important as physical health. Its worth getting help for. If someone you know is thinking of suicide the best thing you can do is listen and not judge. It can be hard to hear that someone you love is feeling like this but there is options for you too if you're upset or overwhelmed. Remember if you feel that you need to get them help by teling someone else thats okay. They might not understand or be upset but their safety matters.