How Do I Know If I Need Help?

Some indicators that you should seek help are:

• Confused thinking
• Delusions or hallucinations
• Denial of obvious problems
• Dramatic changes in eating or sleeping habits
• Excessive fears, worries and anxieties
• Feelings of extreme highs and lows
• Growing inability to cope with daily problems and activities
• Numerous unexplained physical ailments
• Prolonged sadness or irritability (depression)
• Social withdrawal
• Strong feelings of anger
• Substance abuse
• Suicidal thoughts

What Do I Do If I Need Help?

Start by contacting more than one person. If you can't get help from one person, keep trying. Some people to consider asking for help from include:

• Case Manager
• County Social Worker
• Family Physician
• Friends and Family
• Health Insurance Provider
• Local Mental Health Agency
• Public Health
• Public Health
• Religious Leader