Bettermynd
BridgeValley Community College has partnered with BetterMynd to offer our students access to online therapy sessions with their diverse network of licensed mental health counselors.
Suicide Prevention
According to Ulifeline.org, suicide is “the act of deliberately taking one’s own life.” Suicide is also the second leading cause of death among college students. Suicide is a very serious subject and is preventable. The following are some of the warning signs of suicide: talking about wanting to die or kill oneself, talking about feeling hopeless or no reason to live, increasing the use of alcohol and/or other drugs, anxiety, agitation, sleeping too little or too much, showing rage, extreme mood swings, and others. Most people that attempt/commit suicide have an underlying mental health concern such as depression, anxiety, or substance dependence. If you or someone you know is experiencing some of these symptoms, BridgeValley is here to help!
If you feel unsafe and /or need immediate assistance, please contact 911 or visit your local emergency room. the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1.800.273.TALK (8255), is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention and intervention resource that provides immediate assistance. WV now has a 24 hours, statewide substance abuse call line 844-HELP4WV
Crisis text line - text START to 741-741 for confidential crisis help 24/7.
After Hours Emergencies
If you experience a mental health crisis after 5:00 p.m. on a weekday or over the weekend you may contact:
- 911 for immediate assistance
- Thomas Behavioral Health Connections (304) 766-3553 or 1-800-992-3010
- National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Help 4 WV: 1-844-HELP4WV (435-7498)
- REACH, The Counseling Connection 24HR Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)