The Number One Thing Mom’s Should Do to Support Their Mental Health

Here is a link to the app discussed in the episode: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/suicide-safety-plan/id1003891579

When dealing with depression it is important to have an action plan. The best time to create an action plan is when you are not in a depressive state and that is the goal of today. If you are currently struggling with depression, this exercise should be done under the supervision of a licensed health provider. 

It is important to know what are your warning signs for a depressive episode or for your other mental health disorders. These are things that usually cue you into the know that you need to support yourself today. Second, you should have a list of coping strategies that help you feel better. You should have a list of reasons you need to live. Reasons could be people in your life or events that are coming up or work that needs to be done. You are here for a reason. You are worthy of this life. Next you need to have a list of people you can contact when you are feeling down. Finally, create a list of places you can go to distract yourself~ this can be a park, a library or mall. 

IF you are struggling with depression and need help in the USA, dial 988.  The text line is 741741. These resources are available 7 days a week. 

Finally, be kind to yourself and know you are loved and care for even when it doesn’t feel like it.