We love our Bears at Bear River High School! BRHS Students Have Access to Mental Help Supports Seasonal depression is something many people across the world suffer from. With the sun being around less, cold and gloomy temperatures are prevalent, and it can be hard to even get up. A lot of high school students in particular are affected by this, especially here in Northern Utah. Mental health is something that should be talked about year round, but since winter is “bearing” its fangs so aggressively this year, it’s appropriate to discuss what to do when you or someone you love is feeling down. Taking the first step to getting help can be the hardest when the help is hard to find.
What a lot of BRHS students don’t know is that many resources for mental health already exist. A junior at Bear River High who has struggled with mental health said that she had a difficult time finding the help that worked for her. “When I wasn’t sure what else to do, I contacted the counselors office, and they helped me more than I ever imagined they would. I was finally able to talk about the things that bothered me, without the fear of being judged.” Another junior mentioned that the SafeUT app helped him. “I was at a really tough spot in my life, and I decided to try SafeUT. I wasn’t expecting positive results, but the help I got from this app is something I’ll be forever thankful for. ” Sometimes the easiest solution is the one right in front of us. The counselors number at Bear River High School is (435) 515-5800, and a social worker who provides more in depth therapy can be reached through them. An app called SafeUT is available on all devices as well. If you think that these resources could be something that works for you, there’s no shame in trying them. However, for some people, it's just not that simple. A senior at BRHS said, “I tried SafeUT and I tried the counselors, but what worked best for me was connecting with the people around me. Hearing from the people I love has been my saving grace all through high school.” Reaching out to those around you can make a big difference. People who struggle with mental health often have a hard time opening up, but if someone reaches out to them, it makes it easier to talk. So, check on your friends, check on anyone you think might be struggling. Make this school a better place by connecting everyone. Be someone's reason to stay, even if this someone is a person you don’t know very well. Reaching out can save lives. Article written by: Hannah Potter
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