Resources

March is Self-Harm Awareness Month 

Self-harm often serves as a coping mechanism for individuals grappling with overwhelming emotional turmoil, rather than a conscious choice. Here are credible resources to facilitate your search for assistance. If you encounter any false information or unreliable resources on this page, please don't hesitate to reach out and notify me via the contact page or our Bookclub For Baddies Instagram page!

 

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI offers resources and support for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions, including information on self-harm.
  • The Trevor Project: This organization provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth, including resources related to self-harm.
  • Self-Injury Outreach & Support (SIOS): SIOS offers information, resources, and support for individuals struggling with self-injury and their loved ones.
  • To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA): TWLOHA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide.

November is Men's Health Awareness Month

Listed below are helpful resources for men's mental and physical health!

  • Men's Health Network: Offers a wide range of resources, including information on specific health conditions, preventative care, and wellness. Website: https://menshealthnetwork.org/
  • Movember: The organization behind the "Movember" campaign offers valuable resources on men's health, including prostate and testicular cancer awareness. Website: https://us.movember.com/
  • HeadsUpGuys: A resource dedicated to men's mental health, offering articles, self-help tools, and personal stories. Website: https://headsupguys.org/
  • Man Therapy: A mental health resource designed specifically for men, offering humor and practical advice. Website: https://mantherapy.org/
  • Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF): is a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding research, raising awareness, and providing support for prostate cancer. Website: https://www.pcf.org/about-prostate-cancer/what-is-prostate-cancer/

 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Below are resources intended to make your search for help and support easier! 

Please note that these organizations provide a range of services, including hotlines, educational resources, legal assistance, and support for survivors of domestic violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please seek help from one or more of these resources.

 

September is Suicide Prevention Month and serves as a critical reminder of the importance of discussing and addressing the issue of suicide. It provides an opportunity to break the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide, hoping to foster an environment where the people we love and care about can feel safe and encouraged to discuss and seek help when needed. Open and empathetic conversations about suicide not only raise awareness but also save lives. Understanding the warning signs, risk factors, and available resources is vital in supporting those who may be struggling. 

To contribute to this conversation and access credible information, consider the listed resources.

 

24/7 Crisis Hotline: Call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, veterans press 1 or visit 988lifeline.org 

Find more information about the Crisis Text Line at crisistextline.org or text TALK to 741741 to text with a trained crisis counselor for free, 24/7.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK)

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

https://afsp.org/im-having-thoughts-of-suicide/ 

For Georgia residents, if you are a survivor of suicide loss, below is a link to where you can access resources and find bereavement groups close to you

https://dbhdd.georgia.gov/bh-prevention/suicide-prevention/sos-resources 

 

Together, we can make strides in preventing suicide and providing hope to those in need. Remember Baddies, open dialogue and awareness are powerful tools in addressing important issues like suicide.