5. Recovery Tools - Resources

Resources and Recovery tools

Recovery is hard work, but you don't have to take it on alone. These contacts might help.

Thinking of hurting yourself?
If so, call 1-800-273-8255 or chat online at suicidepreventionlifeline.org. In Canada, call 1-833-456-4566. No matter what's on your mind, you don't have to carry it alone.

Searching for info about sleep habits?
For a sleep diary template, bedtime calculator, and lots more information, visit the national sleep foundation at sleepfoundation.org.

Hoping for exercise inspiration?
Find lots of great info on healthy exercise habits, from the move your way campaign by visiting health.gov/moveyourway.

Interested in self-help resources?
The online therapy site Kelty's Key has a robust collection of free mental health courses: keltyskey.com/self-help. Australia's Centre for Clinical Intervention has more great self-help resources at cci.health.wa.gov.au/en/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself.

Need affordable health care options?
The Health Resources and Services Administration in the US federal government has a nationwide directory of clinics that offer low or no-cost healthcare. Start your search by going to findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.

Looking for a therapist or support group?
The registry at findtreatment.samhsa.govmay help you to find you to find therapist. The National Alliance on Mental Illness may guide you to a support group. Find a chapter at nami.org/Find-Your-Local-NAMI.