As the pandemic has affected almost every aspect of life, more Americans are experiencing anxiety and reaching out for help. We spoke with the CrisisTextLine about the worries haunting Americans, as well as how we can help loved ones who are hurting:
have been exchanged between texters in pain and trained volunteer counselors. As the coronavirus pandemic has affected almost every aspect of life, more Americans are experiencing anxiety and reaching out for help.
We're seeing more conversations mentioning domestic violence and substance abuse, those have all increased as well as job loss, grief, and racism. But with the increased number of volunteers we have, we’re helping those people right away, in the moment. Nobody is waiting and everyone's able to be supported through their crisis.
Also, it’s OK to directly ask if they’re thinking about suicide—some people have a misconception that bringing it up will plant a seed. In reality it’s helping them and bringing relief. It lets them know it’s OK to not hide it anymore, this person cares and they can talk about it. After you’ve listened to their story, if they’re interested in getting support they can text us, that’s always a resource. You don’t have to know all the answers—you can direct them to a place that can support them.
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