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Empowered
means to invest yourself with authority, with power - to become more in control of your own destiny. Whenever you are hit by a life crisis, one of the best ways to feel more in control, to become more empowered, is through knowledge. Life is full of challenges and sometimes the unexpected happens. Depression, anxiety, addiction, anorexia or divorce are all serious life challenges, but help is available in many forms for any type of situation. Admitting there is a problem and finding out as much as possible about it is the first step towards healing. Counseling is a very available tool for recovery. Counseling is available in the forms of grief therapy, family & marriage counseling, suicide intervention, mental health counseling, trauma counseling, financial and career counseling. If you feel you need help and don’t know where to go, begin by talking to your family physician. They will be able to recommendation of the best type of counseling for your situation. If you don’t feel comfortable talking to your doctor, begin by talking to a trusted friend or relative who may be able to help you find available counseling. Almost every city has mental health clinics where fees are based on income, so help is always available to those in need. You may also consider pastoral counseling from your minister or clergy person.
Stress is a fact of life, especially in today’s busy world. More than 35 million people in the United States suffer from anxiety and approximately three million people have panic attacks. Anxiety is often accompanied by clinical depression or vice versa. Eating disorders, such as anorexia, or an addiction, whether to drugs, alcohol, or gambling is a serious illness and not to be taken lightly. Whether you, or someone you love, is facing one of these challenges, arm yourself with information. Research as much as you can about the problem and then seek the appropriate help. No one need ever be alone during such a crisis.
Thoughts of suicide or a suicide attempt is considered a medical emergency. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, do not hesitate to seek help. If you are with someone who is talking about suicide, call 911 or an emergency suicide hotline, such as 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433,) and never leave the person alone.
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