Coping and recovery
After experiencing a crisis it can be difficult to know where to turn when it comes to healing and moving forward. Learning about managing emotions and finding communities to help you are some ways to support your recovery.
Grief and anger
Coping with grief and anger involves acknowledging and expressing these emotions in healthy ways, such as through counseling, support groups, or personal reflection. Engaging in self-care and finding constructive outlets can help manage these intense feelings and facilitate healing over time.
Trauma and fear
Dealing with trauma and fear can involve seeking professional support, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in safe, grounding activities to manage intense emotions and rebuild a sense of security. Learn more about how to understand and process your experiences with this collection of articles and tools.
Connecting with community
Connecting with community can significantly improve mental health by providing a sense of belonging, support, and shared understanding, which helps reduce feelings of isolation and stress. Learn more about how to foster social connections to improve your overall well-being and resilience.
Supporting friends and family
When someone you care about is struggling with their mental health, it can be hard to know what to say or do to be helpful. Use these resources to help you prepare to help someone else while protecting your own well-being.
MHA Resources
Understanding the Experiences of Caregivers for People with Psychosis
What to say when someone tells you they’re fine, but they’re not
How to help someone make decisions about their mental health
How to help someone get motivated
I think someone I care about has a mental illness
Talking about hard topics: Preparing to share
How can I help a loved one with a mental illness?
How can I help a loved one with bipolar?
How can I take care of someone if I also have a mental illness?
How can I find support as a caregiver?
How do I know if I’m enabling someone?
I need a break from caregiving!
Taking care of someone is too stressful!
What to do when they don’t want help
My loved one doesn’t want to take meds
My family member refuses to go to the hospital
My loved one’s behavior is scaring me
How can I access a loved one’s mental health care info?
How can I work with my loved one’s mental health care providers?
Managing emotions
Managing emotions in healthy ways isn’t always easy. Take time to acknowledge your feelings, practice self-care, and give yourself compassion as you learn new coping skills. The information and tools below can help.
MHA Resources
Coping during times of crisis: Creating stability when life is unstable (webinar)
Maintaining hope in the face of uncertainty
How can I manage my emotions without drugs or alcohol?
Things you can say when you’re not fine
Helpful vs. harmful ways to manage emotions
How do I deal with my emotions when I’m sober?
I’m feeling too much at once: Dealing with emotional overload
Coping with negative news coverage
Constant exposure to information about what is happening in the world can be overwhelming. It seems like most news coverage these days is about something negative and it can weigh heavily on one’s mind. Check out the articles below for practical tips on managing the emotional impact of current events.
Take a Mental Health Test
If you or a friend are struggling with your mental health, take an anonymous, free, and private mental health test. It only takes a few minutes, and after you are finished you will be given information about the next steps you can take based on the results.
This online resource center has been supported by a charitable contribution from the Johnson & Johnson Foundation.
