by Cindy Anderson | Jan 22, 2021 | Counseling
KRQE: Peopleworks-NM highlights need for counseling, support during pandemic Mental Health Tidbits and Tools ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The need for mental health services has increased due to the pandemic. According to a CDC report, adults reporting anxiety or...University of New Mexico Community Health Program is funding Peopleworks-NM and other agencies throughout the state to combat mental health stigma, and bring awareness to the 988 Crisis Line as a new resource. Our Community Health Workers (CHWS) are helping to bring mental health equity to disadvantaged populations in Lincoln County and to the Mescalero Apache tribe. The scope of work includes outreach and education activities in the community; participating in community asset mapping by gathering community-based data on resources for mental health and wellness; and building and enhancing collaborative networks to leverage resources. You will see our CHWs in action at health fairs and other community events, holding an Open House for providing resources, networking with agencies, and using social media to get the word out about 988. We are excited to be a community partner and to be a positive messenger for improving mental health.
NMConnect – peer support chat, online tools for mental wellness –
Tellmi – peer support chat, moderated by live persons
Smiling Mind – guided meditations
K’Bro – Adventure game to cope with stressors
Clear Fear – for reducing panic and Anxiety
Calm Harm – strategies to reduce self harm
Headspace – meditation and self care ideas
Get a good night’s sleep. Go to bed at the same time most of the time!
Dance
Find a sport you like
Take a walk or hike. Even a walk around the block
Stretch your muscles
Yoga
Watch how much soda or how much junk food or sugar you eat. Add in a fruit or veggie.
Call a friend
Join a club or a group at school, church, in the community
Talk to a trusted adult
Get a counselor
Volunteer at a public place – food bank, pet rescue group, health fair
Watch animals
Deep breathe
Meditate
Listen to music
Paint or draw
Watch uplifting or funny videos
Yell into your pillow
Say affirmations like “I can do this”
When having a bad day, acknowledge the way you feel and then use a coping statement, “I feel hopeless now but my life will get better”
“I am a worthwhile person.”
“Though it seems no one likes me, I am sure I will find a friend.”
You have the right to not be hurt whether emotionally or physically. If you are not outnumbered and this is a peer, you may command them to stop what they’re doing.
Call for help (911) if you are in immediate danger.
No one has the right to touch your body without your permission.
Tell a trusted adult what is happening. Tell your doctor, your school counselor, your band teacher, a youth group leader, your boss.
Go to a trusted friend’s home.
If there’s potential violence in your family, leave the house or lock yourself in your room.
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