• Counseling Corner

    With our world continuing to change, students may experience anxiety and/or feelings of depression. It is important to take care of yourself both physically as well as emotionally.  According to SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration), there are a few steps you can take to care for yourself.
     
      1. Take Care of Your Body:  Having a good healthy diet, exercising regularly, getting plenty of sleep and avoiding alcohol and other drugs.
      2. Connect: Connecting withh friends and family members provides you with a good support system.
          It's important to share your feelings and try to maintain relationships, even if you don't get to be with them physially.
      3. Take Breaks: Make time for yourself by doing things you enjoy, or try something new.
      4. Stay Informed: Keep up-to-date on news and local information.
      5. Avoid Excess Media: Try not to obsessively watch the news, it can be stressful and unhelpful.
      6. Ask for help: Reach out and talk to family members, friends, teachers, and school counselors. You are not alone. A lot of people are feeling anxious and scared.
     
     
     
     

     
    Helpful Information
    www.thebridgenj.org
    www.cdc.gov
     
    Crisis Mobile Response: a 24-hour crisis response unit that will respond to in-home crisis situations involving NJ youth
    1-877-652-7624
     
    **In cases where a child appears to be an imminent threat to him/herself or others, PLEASE CALL THE POLICE at 911
    https://www.nj.gov/dcf/families/csc/mobile/
     
    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: An adult or youth who is feeling overwhelmed, distraught, or suicidal will be connected to an immediate counselor for support and referral.
    1-800-273-TALK
    http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

    Margarita Gallina, LCSW

    School Social Worker