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Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network: 
1-800-656-4673

24/7 help is available
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
1-800-273-8255 
24/7 help is available
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
1-800-826-3632
24/7 help is available


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​Teen Line
1-800-852-8336
6 p.m. to  10 p.m. pacific time every night
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TMS for Depression:
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-cleared therapy option for those struggling with treatment-resistant depression.​
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The Trevor Project:
866-488-7386 
The Trevor Project offers support to the LGBTQ young adult community. 
​24/7 help is available
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The Recovery Village:
855.977.6978
To cope with the pain of domestic and sexual abuse, some victims turn to the use of drugs and alcohol. Our mission is to be a support resource for those coping with these issues.
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Abuse and Domestic Violence (loveisrespect):
1-866-331-9474

24/7 help is available
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“an interpersonal, interactive process whereby a person receives social recognition and support for their gender identity and expression.” 
Gender affirming healthcare can include therapy to address feelings of gender dysphoria, as well as medical treatments that help individuals achieve physical characteristics that better align with their gender identity with heathcare plans from childhood to adulthood.​
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National Eating Disorder Association:
1-800-931-2237

Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 
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General Crisis Text Line:
Text SUPPORT to 741-741
The Crisis Text Line extends to everyone. 24/7 help is available
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National Alliance on Mental Illness: 
1-800-950-6264

Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
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Bankrate
website
Non-U.S. citizens face a range of difficulties when they arrive in America, including figuring out how to keep their money safe and avoiding fees for check-cashing services. Our experts at Bankrate created a guide that provides information on ways non-U.S citizens can open a bank account to safeguard their funds and build financial wealth.
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The Cerebral Palsy Guide has compiled the most in depth resources nationwide to help guide and serve all families with disabilities caused by physical birth injuries.
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  • Home
    • Hispanic Heritage Month >
      • Mexican Independence Day
      • Hispanic Artists
      • El Día de los Muertos - FAQ
      • Hispanic Authors
    • Black History Month Collection >
      • Angelica Dass: The Nature of Color
      • Chicago's Historian, My Father
      • Top 3 Black Artists
      • Pain For Profit
      • Black Historical Figures
      • Hiding Behind the Strength
    • Women's History Month >
      • Books Written by Women
      • women are amazing
      • A Celebration Of Women's Achievements
      • Anonymous Stories: Women’s History Month
    • PODCAST >
      • Love & Dating
      • All Things Black History
    • Teacher's Corner >
      • Teacher's Corner: Gordon
      • Teacher's Corner: Ejzak
      • Teacher's Corner: David
      • Teacher's Corner: Wilde
    • Sports/Clubs
    • Student Businesses
    • Resources >
      • LGBTQ+ Resources
  • Meet Us
    • Socials >
      • Google Forms
  • This Month
    • Cooking Corner: Mega Ravioli
    • Anonymous Stories #2: The Class of 2022
    • Transcripts of the Woman Panel Interview
    • Op-Eds >
      • Why Father’s Day Gets The Short End Of The Stick
      • The Decline of Netflix
      • Botanical Sexism
      • The Art of Conlanging- Part 1: Creating A Language
      • Spirituality or Escapism?
    • Media Reviews >
      • Review of Sonic World
      • Heartstopper
      • Dr. Strange in the multiverse of madness review
      • The Disney+ Percy Jackson Series Cast Is Amazing And Here's Why
      • How Arcane Writes Fathers
      • How Ladybird Potrays the Complexity of Motherhood
      • SZA's Best Songs In Honor of Her Retirement
      • Every Day/Another Day Review
      • Sonic 2
    • Location Reviews >
      • Ja Grill
    • Sports Panel >
      • "Greatest" vs. "Best"
      • How Steph Curry changed the way we play basketball
  • Featured Article
  • Farewell Articles
    • College Application Process Advice
    • Never Say Goodbye
    • Departing OPED
    • The Ultimatum
    • Four Years at Brooks
    • Becoming ME!!!