Has it gotten harder to get through each day? If you’re having issues with mental health, drugs, or alcohol or waiting for treatment to start, here are some small steps you can take. Reach out if you're in crisis If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You’ll be able to speak with a trained crisis counselor any time of day or night.| www.samhsa.gov
Finding the right health care professional or program can take a lot of work. Here’s where to start. Ask someone you trust for a recommendation If you’re comfortable, ask your doctor, social worker, loved ones, or friends you trust if they know any health care professionals or programs for mental health or drug and alcohol use. This is often the easiest way to find an available health care professional or program. It can be helpful to talk to more than one person to get a recommendation b...| www.samhsa.gov