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This contact is for NON-Emergency inquiry, such as interest in a service or a request for forms. DO Not expect a response for assistance related to urgent or repeated mental health needs. If you are in crisis, go to your nearest hospital emergency department, or call a Crisis Help-Line
(304) 264-1442
support@eppsych.net
If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 800-273-8255 and their website is https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
West Virginia Suicide Prevention Resource Center
https://www.sprc.org/states/west-virginia
The International Bipolar Foundation (IBPF) is dedicated to enhancing care and support services for those affected by bipolar disorder. The Black Dog Institute has resources for bipolar disorder as well.
https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
The CDC states that more than 1 in 20 American adults report depression. The National Institute of Mental Health has information on depression as does the World Health Organization’s website.
https://www.medpagetoday.com/psychiatry/generalpsychiatry/92199
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depression
Some turn to alcohol or drugs to escape their harsh realities. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a 24/7 treatment referral and information service in English and Spanish at 800-662-4357.
DrugRehab.com also has 24/7 help at 844-520-2898. When you’re addicted, you’re not able to control your drug use and may continue to use the drug even if harmful. You can read more about this on the Mayo Clinic’s website.
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/drug-addiction/symptoms-causes/syc-20365112