Mental Health
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Immediate assistance can be found through the suicide & crisis lifeline (988). Call or Text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.
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Improving Mental Health
Maintaining good mental health is essential to each and every individual’s overall health and well-being. Mental Health is all about how we feel, think, and handle life. It affects how we act, relate to others, and manage our daily lives. Good mental health means we can function well, have good relationships, and cope with stress.
Mental Health is important at every age and can be influenced by genetics, life experiences, and more. A person’s mental health can change over time and chronic issues like anxiety and depression can impact one’s ability to manage their health.
One of the most significant barriers to addressing mental health illnesses is the stigma that surrounds them. Stigma can lead to feelings of shame, embarrassment, and isolation, preventing individuals from seeking the help they need. The fear of being judged or treated differently often delays diagnosis and treatment, causing symptoms to worsen over time, making treatment difficult. The longer mental health conditions go untreated, the harder they are to manage, highlighting the importance of timely intervention.
By promoting understanding and support, we can reduce the stigma around mental health, encourage help-seeking behavior, and enhance the well-being of our community, enabling everyone to lead healthier and more satisfying lives.
In Bourbon County, we’re working to support mental health by raising awareness, promoting counseling resources, implementing school-based programs, and educating the community. By encouraging open talks, providing support services, and promoting mental health programs, we’re building a healthier community. Together we can create a more mentally healthy and caring place for everyone in Bourbon County.
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What is CredibleMind?
There is no wrong or right way to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Each person is unique. That is why the CredibleMind platform was built by mental health and wellbeing experts to provide over 10,000 different resources for users.
CredibleMind is a one-stop-shop for personalized mental wellbeing resources. Fully anonymous, and available 24/7, this online platform allows you to gain the knowledge and skills to improve your own mental health.
Who can benefit CredibleMind? EVERYONE!
Available in Spanish
Our local CredibleMind platform has been translated to Spanish. All resources, assessments, and recommendations are available in Spanish. Visit our Spanish site here.
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- Save and track assessment results.
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- Receive personalized recommendations.
- Self-empowerment – prompts to make wellbeing goals.
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Emergency Hotlines
If someone you know is going to hurt themselves or someone else, please call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest Emergency Room.
SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINES
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: (Call or Text 988)
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for Spanish Speaking Individuals (Call or Text Envía “AYUDA” al 988)
- Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 or Text 838255
- 988 Lifeline for Deaf + Hard of Hearing: TTY Users: Dial 711 then 988.
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ Youth): 🕽 866-488-7386 📱 678-678
- Trans Lifeline US: 877-565-8860
- National Maternal Mental Health Line: 833-852-6262
- Other Crisis Lines and referral lines available via DBHDID resource here.
NON-EMERGENCY SUBSTANCE ABUSE ASSISTANCE
Please visit FindHelpNowKY.org or call 1-8338-KYHELP (1-833-859-4357)
NON-EMERGENCY WARM LINES
Feeling down, but not thinking about suicide? Feeling lonely and just need to talk to someone today? Warmlines are available just for you. Warmline are staffed by trained peers who have been through their own mental health struggles.
NewVista Area: Kentucky STARS Warmline: 1-877-840-5167
OTHER AREAS
- National Runaway Safeline: 800-786-2929
A national hotline and chat service for teens who have runaway, homeless or who are considering leaving home. - Raising Hope (For Farmers)
Promotes the physical/mental health and safety of Kentucky’s farmers and farm families. - Caregiver Help Desk: 855-227-3640
Staffed by caregiving experts, the Help Desk helps you find the right information you need to help you navigate your complex caregiving challenges. Caregiving experts are available 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. EST. - Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
If you’re experiencing domestic violence, looking for resources or information, or are questioning unhealthy aspects of your relationship, go to thehotline.org to virtually chat with an advocate.