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Some reactions are normal and others indicate trouble
ahead. If you or someone in your family find prolonged
signs of the following behaviors, it may be time to seek
assistance.
| Unexplained
crying or sadness |
Suicide
threats, either direct or indirect |
| Severe
drop in school performance |
Relationship
difficulties |
| Increased
use of alcohol or drugs |
Headaches
or stomachaches with no physical cause |
| Eating
or sleeping problems, nightmares |
Depression
or panic |
| Significant
change in behavior |
Irrational
or bizarre behavior |
| Grinding
teeth |
Confusion |
The following are some guidelines for building your
coping plan.
- Admit as to what is bothering you.
- Talk about it openly.
- Give your self enough time to grieve.
- Balance solitude with sociability.
- Find a creative outlet.
- Set limits and encourage others to do likewise.
- Eat healthy and nutritious meals.
- Move, stretch, breathe, touch and exercise.
- Don't let others tell you how you should feel.
- Utilize available resources.
- Remember, you are not alone.
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Crisis Line:
719-635-7000
Admissions:
719-572-6330
Toll Free:
866-367-9790
Coping
with Children's
Response to Trauma
Stress
Reactions
Stress
Reactions -
When to Get Help
Mental
Wellness
Toolkit
Self-Care
During
Times of Crisis
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