September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to come together to honor the lives lost to suicide, uplift those who have faced struggles, and remind one another that help and hope are always within reach.
Crisis Text Line Blog
Scared of Getting Sick? Understanding Emetophobia (and How to Cope)
If simply hearing the word “vomit” makes you break out in a sweat, you're not alone. There's actually a name for that type of phobia. Learn about emetophobia, an intense fear of vomiting, as well as other phobias and how to manage them.
Stories from the Crisis Text Line Community
Stories shared from our community help to inspire and connect with others who may be going through similar experiences. This month, meet Kylie. Read about her story of finding purpose from her own mental health struggles.
Volunteer Spokesperson Spotlight: Recognizing Advocates of Crisis Text Line
Volunteer Spokesperson: Patrick Tor Sriwong. Our dedicated volunteer spokespeople play a vital role in spreading the word about our critical service and raising awareness on mental health. Thanks to advocates like Patrick for the support!
Donor Spotlight: Celebrating Supporters of Crisis Text Line
Donor: Scott Bennett. Thanks to generous supporters like Scott, who is also one of our volunteer Crisis Counselors, accessible and free mental health support is available 24/7 to our texters when they need it the most.
Crash Out: The Gen Z Slang That May Also be a Real Mental Health Red Flag
Crashing out is a slang term describing when a person becomes uncontrollably angry or distressed. While its original meaning is in reference to sleeping due to exhaustion, its modern usage is more closely related to one’s emotional state.
Stories from the Crisis Text Line Community
Stories shared from our community help to inspire and connect with others who may be going through similar experiences. This month, meet Sam. Read about his journey from overcoming mental health struggles to now helping others in need.
Avoidant Attachment and Other Styles That Shape Your Relationships
The four primary attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—offer a framework for understanding how people relate to others, including in romantic relationships.
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