We all know the pandemic has been hard on our students. In this special podcast interview Pastor Amanda sits down with two PRPC Students, Kelly Carroll and Molly Shanahan, to get their perspectives on how Covid changed high school, mental health, and the college application process. If you work with teenagers or have them living in your house you will not want to miss this episode!
In this episode, we do discuss mental health. If you or someone you love is struggling with depression or anxiety we want you to know there is help and you are not alone.
Resources:
Erika’s Lighthouse Parent Resources
Illinois Call4Calm Text Line
If you or a loved one are struggling with stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic and need emotional support, text TALK to 552020 for English or HABLAR for Spanish (Message and Data Rates May Apply. See Terms & Conditions of Use). This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. People seeking assistance will remain anonymous and will provide only their first name and zip code, which enables the service to link you to a counselor in your area who is knowledgeable about available local resources.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline (24 hour)
If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, you may call the 24-hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at: 1 (800) 273-TALK (8255). Caring staff will connect you with the closest possible crisis center in your area.
Crisis Text Line
The Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, 24-hours a day. Text HELLO to: 741741. Trained crisis counselors will respond and help you.
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