The NDSU Libraries are set to host a weeklong awareness event sponsored by Prairie St. John's during National Suicide Prevention Month.
A booth will be set up Sept. 7-10 at the Main Library where students and community members can stop by for take-home resources that bring awareness to suicide and serve as a reminder that a positive state of mind starts with being good to yourself.
Quick reminders on caring for your mental health include:
• Take care of your body with sleep, exercise, a balanced diet and practicing mindfulness
• Avoid excessive exposure to the news
• Maintain hope and a sense of positive thinking
• Connect with others
• Avoid negative thinking and mitigate stress
• Seek professional care if needed
You can take an online screening to determine if you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.
In times of crisis, call Prairie St. John’s at 701-476-7200, call FirstLink locally at 211 or text 898-211 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. They're available 24/7, free and confidential.
There also are many places on campus you can find mental health support. Call the NDSU Counseling Center at 701-231-7671 when seeking help; visit NDSU Libraries for a safe and inclusive space to gather, study and access information; the NDSU Student Health Service provides quality health care and well-being support; or get active at the NDSU Wellness Center, as a healthy lifestyle can help prevent mental health problems.
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