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Coping With Depression and Thoughts of Suicide After a Disaster
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This is an important message from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. After a natural disaster, it is normal to feel sad, mad, or guilty—you may have lost a great deal. If you feel like completely giving up or are having thoughts of suicide, get help. Stay in touch with family and friends, find a support network, and talk with a counselor. Getting involved with others can help. For more information, call 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255).
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If you are having suicidal thoughts or know someone who is, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for help now.
Need help in coping with the emotional strain of recovering from a disaster – call 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727) to learn how you can get help.
If your child needs help for disaster-related emotional trauma call 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727) for aid in finding help.
If a teen needs help for disaster-related emotional trauma call 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727) for aid in finding help.
If an older adult needs help for disaster-related emotional trauma call 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727) for aid in finding help.
If you are emotionally overwhelmed by the disaster -- trained, caring help is always available at 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727).
If you are turning to drugs or alcohol because of the emotional strain of dealing with disaster call 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727) for help.
If you feel overwhelming grief, anxiety, or anger in dealing with disaster don’t go it alone. Call 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727) for help.
Help for disaster-related emotional problems or substance abuse issues is only a phone call away – call 1-877-SAMHSA7 (726-4727) for help.
- Page last updated September 18, 2008
- Content source: National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH)/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), Coordinating Center for Environmental Health and Injury Prevention (CCEHIP)
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