• Some common signs of distress:-Feelings of fear, anger, sadness, worry, numbness or frustration
  -Changes in appetite, energy and activity levels
  -Difficulty in concentrating and making decisions
  -Difficulty sleeping or nightmares
  -Physical reactions, such as headaches, body pains, stomach problems and skin rashes
  -Worsening of chronic health problems
  -Increased use of alcohol, tobacco or other drugs

• We are here to support you!

• Tips to Reduce COVID-19 Anxiety (Minnesota Department of Health

• Mental Health America - this website has so many resources:
  -Webinars, Podcasts, and Blogs
  -Online Screening Tools
  -Self-help activities/worksheets
  -Simple and applicable suggestions
  -Finding Help
  -And so much more!

• Self care tips:
  -Get enough sleep
  -Take breaks from your phone and/or computer
  -Do something creative
  -Get out in nature or get active
  -Hydrate
  -Remind yourself to be positive
  -Do something for somebody else

• Virtual Calming Room

• Headspace

• Mindful

• Change to Chill

• Stop, Breathe & Think

• Down Dog

• Here is some more supportive apps through Mental Health MN

• Self-Care for Winter Break

Multicultural Resources

Chemical Health Resources

Checkout the "Kid President's 25 Reasons to be Grateful" and then make a list of your own reasons to be grateful!

• Seriously, make a list! You will be surprised on how effective this is!

• List everything no matter how big or small.

• Post the list somewhere you will see it every day.

Anoka-Hennepin is excited to introduce the Parent Engage 360 podcast series, where district and state experts will discuss parenting topics such as mental health, chemical health, internet safety and more.

If you just need someone to talk to, or you would like to check-in, please let your counselor know! We're happy to talk with you via email, phone, through Google Meet or in-person (if possible). Simply email your counselor or fill out this appointment request.