Mental Health Resources - Trauma, Abuse, PTSD
Seeking help when dealing with trauma, abuse, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, these experiences can deeply impact mental and emotional well-being, affecting daily life, relationships, and overall health. Seeking support from therapists, counselors, or support groups provides a safe space to process and address these experiences, facilitating healing and recovery. Additionally, untreated trauma-related conditions like PTSD can worsen over time, leading to further complications and difficulties in managing symptoms. Seeking help early can mitigate these challenges, offering tools and strategies to cope with triggers, manage emotions, and rebuild a sense of safety and control. Ultimately, finding help in these circumstances empowers individuals to navigate their trauma, fostering resilience and aiding in the journey toward healing and a healthier, more stable future.
- Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline: 888-293-2080
- Contact the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault at (217) 753-4117
- Contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at (800) 656-HOPE (a 24-hour confidential hotline); http://www.rainn.org/get-help/national-sexual-assault-hotline
- Find a rape crisis center near you: https://icasa.org/crisis-centers
- Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline 1-888-293-2080 (Chicago area only)
http://rapevictimadvocates.org/
- For more information on sexual assault, visit the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault's Web site at http://www.icasa.org or call 217-753-4117.
- Crime Victims Assistance Line: 1-800-228-3368 (Voice); 1-877-398-1130 (TTY)