MH Crisis Supports
This program through the Police Department uses Officers in the field paired with licensed mental health clinicians to respond to local crises
Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT)
refers to negative attitudes, stereotypes, and discrimination directed at individuals with mental health conditions. It is largely driven by fear and misinformation,
Stigma
These involve excessive fear or worry, causing significant distress and impacting daily life
Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder; Panic Disorder; Phobias, etc)
This strategy can be taking A brisk 15-minute walk, light yoga, or a quick dance break which can reduce physical tension and release endorphins.
Movement/Exercise
What is the # to National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States.
988
Mental health conditions are highly prevalent, affecting over x OF X U.S. adults annually.
1 OF 5
These disorders primarily affect a person's emotional state, causing severe, ongoing shifts in mood and energy.
Mood Disorders (Major Depressive Disorder; Bipolar Disorder)
This strategy uses talking to a trusted friend, family member, or a community support group to feel less isolated.
Social Connection
What is a free, confidential, 24/7 resource for mental health support, suicide prevention, and alcohol and drug support services.
Access & Crisis Line
a leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, it was the second leading cause of death for people ages 10-24.
These conditions develop after exposure to a terrifying or highly stressful event
Trauma & Stress Related Disorders (EX: PTSD)
This coping skills allows you to write down your thoughts freely, or use gratitude prompts to improve emotional health.
Journaling
Urgent Psychiatric Walk-In Center located in downtown San Diego that provides same-day, one-time behavioral health screening, assessment, psychiatric evaluation, medication services, crisis intervention and discharge planning for adults in urgent need of psychiatric medications.
Jane Westin
What is the largest grassroots mental health organization in the U.S. Dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illnes
National Alliance on Mental Illness(NAMI)
Characterized by severe disturbances in eating behavior, often accompanied by extreme preoccupations with body weight and shape
Eating Disorders (Anorexia; Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, etc)
A coping kill to use when you feel overwhelmed or anxious. It works by anchoring yourself in the present moment
Mindfullness & Grounding
This program dispatches behavioral health experts anywhere in the county to stabilize mental health crises on-site and avoid unnecessary hospital trips.
Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT)
Many factors contribute to mental health conditions, including:
Characterized by profound instability in moods, self-image, and interpersonal
This strategy is used whenever negative thoughts surface, you challenge their validity by asking yourself if they are based on facts or just feelings.
Cognitive Reframing