Research Guides: Student Lounge: by students, for students: Mental health

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Bad Bitches Have Bad Days Too - therapy platforms, mental health resources, resource directories, general and specific resources for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community from Megan Thee Stallion

Your Mental Health Matters at WVU 💛💙

Support groups and crisis help lines

Call the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline at 866-331-9474, text “LOVEIS” to 22522 or visit loveisrespect.org for immediate, confidential assistance

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 800-273-TALK (8255). The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Help304 - WV's Emotional Stengthline Call 1-877-HELP304, text 877-435-7304 or chat (www.help304.com). Help304's professional crisis counselors are trained to listen and help you find the way forward with stress-management strategies as well as community resources and referrals.
HELP4WV Call or text 844-HELP4WV (844-435-7498). HELP4WV offers a 24/7 call, chat and text line that provides immediate help for any West Virginian struggling with an addiction or mental health issue.
Carruth Crisis Text Line If you're feeling stressed, down, or overwhelmed, text WVU to 741741 and reach a live, trained Crisis Counselor. It is free, confidential, and 24/7.
National Domestic Violence Hotline Call (800) 799-SAFE (7233), chat at http://https://www.thehotline.org/, or text START to 88788

Community Support Groups A list of support groups in the community, providing support for bereavement, substance use, and more.
Recovery Treatment and Support Groups A list of recovery treatment and support groups on WVU's campus and in the community, from the WVU Carruth Center.
Virtual Recovery Programs From the substance abuse and mental health services administration (SAMHSA).
Greater Morgantown Area of Narcotics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous meetings in the greater Morgantown area, as well as nearby locations.
Mountaineer Region of Narcotics Anonymous Map of locations hosting Narcotics Anonymous meetings in the region, and resources.

Student support

Active Minds WVU the nation's premier nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for students. Ultimately, the goal of this club is to help break the stigma of mental illness and allow for open conversation to be had. We hold regular events and fundraising opportunities, as well as community service opportunities. It is more important now than ever to focus on your mental well-being, join us to find out how to positively impact your mental health as well as the mental health of those around you!
Bad Bitches Have Bad Days Too Bounce back like bad bitches always do - therapy platforms, mental health resources, resource directories, general and specific resources for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community from Megan Thee Stallion
Campus Mental Health if you’re struggling with your mental health or not feeling like yourself, there’s help available right now
Campus Mental Health online resources access these tools right now
Caruth Center list of online resources web based resources are available for different concerns. From alcohol education to stress management, you may find something here that can help
Student Self-Care Tips A helpful list of self-care tips for students, created by the WVU Carruth Center.
Collegiate Recovery supports students in recovery by promoting a healthy, balanced, and meaningful life on campus
Health and Well-Being Initiatives If you need support, we can help — with resources for emotional, physical and social well-being and for expanding your sense of purpose and meaning
LGBTQ+ Center at WVU Programming and opportunities to connect, support, and guides to campus. state, and national resources including gender-affirming care
Gender Affirming Resources A list of gender affirming resources located throughout West Virginia, provided by the WVU LGBTQ+ Center.
WELLWVU
Women's Resource Center at WVU resources and programs that focus on the diverse needs of female students, faculty, staff and community members so all may enjoy a better, safer, more positive environment

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Centers with collections of resources to explore

National Domestic Violence Organizations Resources for target populations and for all from the National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma and Mental Health
Futures Without Violence A nonprofit focused on ending domestic and sexual violence

Education

Mental Health Training Resources From WELLWVU: Inclusive courses available to WVU students, faculty, and staff
Emotional Wellbeing Badge By enrolling in this badge program, faculty and staff members will help build the skills they needs to help manage emotional wellbeing concerns with their students, but also gives them the opportunity to reflect on their own mental health and how they are taking care of themselves.
Psychotherapy training films streaming on Kanopy login with your WVU ID credentials to view

WVU Libraries resources

Psychology databases
Psychology library guide Guide for finding Psychology-related articles, books and psychological tests and measurements
All library guides tagged psychology Includes, art therapy, healthy relationships, and social sciences
Healthy Relationships Support Guide resource to support healthy relationships and prevent interpersonal violence
Psychology movies streaming on Kanopy login with your WVU ID credentials to view on any device
Stigma and mental health stigma library sources
Popular culture and mental health library sources
Self-Care and Wellness Resources WVU and community resources