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The Mental Health Alliance at WCL is dedicated to improving student access to mental health and wellness resources in order to equip students for success during and after law school.

12/14/2022

Your brain needs to rest to perform at its best! Make sure to give yourself the time to relax and sleep even during finals!

Here’s an interesting article about this topic: https://arccounselingandwellness.com/rest-is-productive-how-to-take-a-break-without-all-the-guilt/
Image description: ”Rest is Productive” is written in blue on a black shape with wavy borders. The black shape also has little white stars on it. The background around the black shape is light green with loosely horizontal white polka dots.

12/13/2022

Remember to be kind to yourself. Progress does not need to be linear to be meaningful.
Image description: line graph with six points that all say “your best.” Instead of the points going up in a straight line, the points go up and down. (The first is in the middle, the second is a bit higher, the third is much lower, the fourth is much higher, the fifth is just above middle, and the sixth is a bit below the 4th high point. The text above the graph says “you are not a machine.” The text below the graph says “Your ’best’ will look different each day (and that’s totally okay!)

12/09/2022

It's important to take care of your physical well-being even during exam period. Part of that is making sure to eat regularly! If you feel like you don't have time to make food or like you don't have the mental energy to figure out what to make, I'd suggest checking out this video from How to ADHD. It can be helpful for anyone, whether they have ADHD or not.

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11/09/2022

The recent time change for daylight savings means the sun is setting earlier in the day, so you're probably not getting as much sunlight! As the days get shorter, many people start to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is a type of depression brought on by the change of seasons and diminished daylight hours. To learn more about SAD and about some ways to manage it, check out the new page on the MHA website:

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that is usually brought on during the fall and winter months, when there is less sunlight and daylight hours are shorter. Symptoms of SAD are more than just "winter blues," and can feel distressing and overwhelming. Approximately 5% of peop...

10/13/2022

Thank you , thank you, thank you to everyone who came to the panel event yesterday. I’m so grateful to our panelists for their wonderful insight. They loved getting to speak to WCL students yesterday.

A recording of the event will be made available in the next couple of weeks after I’ve had the chance to edit the transcript for accuracy.

10/12/2022

The panel is today! Come to the Ceremonial Classroom (YT01) at 4 to hear from our fantastic panelists!

WCL Mental Health Alliance Guest Panel:
Managing Mental Health
October 12th at 4-5pm in the
Ceremonial Classroom YT01 (Warren Building)
Join our panelists for a discussion about managing mental health challenges in law school and in legal practice. Refreshments will be provided.

Panelists:
-Niki Irish: Outreach and Education Coordinator at D.C. Bar Lawyer Assistance Program.
-Linda McGhee: Clinical psychologist and owner of McGhee & Associates. Dr. McGhee also received her Juris Doctor.
Benita Talati: Prelitigation mass tort and personal injury attorney at Motley Rice, LLC.

Come and bring a friend!

If you would like to suggest any questions for the panelists, use this anonymous form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2fjiNBf_yPIBoyL3Kt3_GEtLvfIi_IgDCmqULqGBDld-pug/viewform?usp=sf_link

10/10/2022

Did you know that today is recognized by the ABA as Law School Mental Health Day?

Check out the ABA website for more information and resources:

Check here for more information on National Mental Health Day for Law Schools taking place on October 10.

WCL Mental Health Alliance Guest Panel:Managing Mental HealthOctober 12th at 4-5pm in theCeremonial Classroom YT01 (Warr...

10/05/2022

09/28/2022

Thank you so much to everyone who came to the crafting event this afternoon! You really made it fun!

09/27/2022

MHA Craft Night!

Being creative is a great way to unwind from the stresses of law school. Come join the Mental Health Alliance for crafts, snacks, and good vibes! No artistic skill required!

September 28 at 4pm in room YT04A

Learn more about the MHA at wclmentalhealthalliance.com

09/19/2022

WCL's Women of Color Coalition is holding a bracelet-making event on September 22nd at 6pm that MHA is proud to be supporting.

During the hustle and bustle of the new semester, it can be difficult to stay present and feel centered. This event prioritizes grounding techniques through affirmation-bracelet making. WoCC will also use this brave space to unpack experiences as women and nonbinary people of color in the academic legal space. Tea, chocolate, and beading crafts will be included. Students, staff, faculty, & alum are welcome. Register for location at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWEs4YDs7gUeNT9D_t_6q6q_w4dEgfHmpj6sTMMqU92XZILQ/viewform
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Courage
WoCC Presents
Affirmation Bracelet Making
Thurs. September 22nd at 6pm
Join us for crafty and cozy bracelet-making.
Tea, chocolate, and crafts provided.
Register for location!
Insta: | email: woccatwcl@gmail.com

09/12/2022

Come attend this week's Mental Health Alliance Meeting! The meeting will be held tomorrow, September 13, at noon in the Student Lounge conference room (past Grossman Hall).

View the agenda at: https://wclamerican-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/sbahealth_wcl_american_edu/EYIEAeC6_w1Pnv2EfnJYnPsBjMJbBtDNEqA1I1IpmSRGxA?e=GYStb2

08/31/2022

Come meet the MHA director and learn more about the MHA today at the WCL Org Fair! We will be at the SBA table in Claudio Grossman Hall today from 3:30 to 6:00pm
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Light yellow background with yellow and white flower illustrations.
Text: WCL Mental Health Alliance. Come to events, get connected to mental health resources, and attend bi-weekly meetings.

08/24/2022

If you are struggling, know that there are resources to help. Check out the options listed on AU's Crisis Card
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Mental Health Crisis Resources
Call, Text, or Chat 24 hours a day : 7 days a week : 365 days a year : free : confidential

Are you a young person of color? Feeling down, stressed, or overwhelmed? Text STEVE to 741741

The Trevor Project- Saving Young LGBTQ Lives
24/7 Trevor Lifeline: 866.488.7386
TrevorChat
TrevorText
TrevorSpace
www.thetrevorproject.org

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
OR 1-800-273- TALK (8255)
CHAT: 988Lifeline.org
For deaf and hard of hearing dial 711 then 988

AU After-hours ProtoCall
202-855-7979

Trans Lifeline
877-565-8860

Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255 Press 1
Text to 838255

Crisis Text Line
Text "START" to
741-741

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American University Center for Well-Being Programs and Psychological Services
www.american.edu/ocl/counseling
MGC 214: 202.885.3500

08/17/2022

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4300 Nebraska Avenue
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20016

Website

https://www.wclmentalhealthalliance.com/

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Resources

Campus Resources (Confidential)

· American University Counseling Center o Phone: 202-885-3500 o Website: https://www.american.edu/ocl/counseling/

· American University OASIS: Office of Advocacy Services for Interpersonal and S*xual Violence o Phone: 202-885-7070 o Website: https://www.american.edu/ocl/promote-health/oasis.cfm o Email: OASIS@american.edu

· American University Student Health Center o Phone: 202-885-3380 o Website: https://www.american.edu/ocl/healthcenter/

· American University Clergy at Kay Spiritual Life Center o Phone: 202-885-3320 o Website: https://www.american.edu/ocl/kay/

Local Resources

· DC Bar Lawyer Assistance Program o Phone: 202-347-3131 o Website: https://www.dcbar.org/bar-resources/lawyer-assistance-program/students.cfm

· Maryland Lawyer Assistance Program o Phone: 1-888-388-5459 o Website: https://www.msba.org/health-and-wellness/

· Virginia Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program o Phone: 800-979-8253 o Website: https://www.vacle.org/lawyershelpinglawyers-pg169.aspx o Email: vacle@vacle.org

Resources by Topic

General

· American Bar Association Lawyer Assistance Program o Website: americanbar.org/groups/lawyer_assistance/resources/links_of_interest

Su***de Prevention

· National Su***de Prevention Lifeline o Phone: 1-800-273-8255

General Mental Health

· Law LifeLine (Mental Health Resource for Law Students) o Phone: 1-800-273-8255

· Anxiety Disorders Association of America o Phone: 240-485-1001

· Journal of General Psychiatry o Phone: 1-800-262-2350

· Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder o Phone: 1-800-233-4050

· Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance o Phone: 800-826-3632

· National Alliance on Mental Illness o Phone: 800-950-6264

· National Institute of Mental Health o Phone: 1-866-615-6464

· National Mental Health Association o Phone: 703-684-7722

· Veterans’ Su***de Prevention Lifeline o Phone: 1-800-273-8255, press 1

Substance Abuse

· Alcoholics Anonymous (Washington Area Intergroup Association) o Phone: 202-966-9115 (24/7) o Website: https://aa-dc.org/ o Email: aa-dc@aa-dc.org

· Smart Recovery o Phone: 703-582-4030 o Website: https://www.smartrecovery.org o Email: Brian Cohen (Facilitator) brianc9498@gmail.com

· Tobacco-Quitting Resources o Smokefree.gov o CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/quit_smoking/index.htm

· Treatment Referral Hotline (Substance Abuse) o Phone: 1-800-662-4357

· Addiction Recovery Resources for Professionals o Phone: 540-815-4214

· Alcoholics Anonymous o Phone: 212-870-3400

· International Lawyers in AA o Phone: 944-566-9040

· American Medical Association o Phone: 800-621-8335

· Center for Substance Abuse Treatment o Phone: 240-276-1660

· Co***ne Anonymous o Phone: 310-559-5833

· CODA Drug Abuse Hotlines o Phone: 1-877-446-9087

· Crystal M**h Anonymous o Phone: 213-488-4455

· Dual Recovery Anonymous o Phone: 913-991-2703

· Ma*****na Anonymous o Phone: 800-766-6779

· Narcotics Anonymous o Phone: 818-773-9999

· National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (SAMHSA) o Phone: 1-877-726-4727

· National Institute on Drug Abuse o Phone: 301-443-1124

· Ni****ne Anonymous o Phone: 415-750-0328

LGBTQIA+

· The DC Center for the LGBT Community o Phone: 202-682-2245 o Website: thedccenter.org o Email: supportdesk@thedccenter.org

· The Trevor Lifeline (Su***de Prevention for LGBTQ Youth) o Phone: 1-866-488-7386

· Matthew Shepard Foundation (LGBTQ Resource) o Website: https://www.matthewshepard.org

· Pride Counseling o Website: pridecounseling.com

Eating Disorders

· Rock Recovery o Phone: 571-255-9906 o Website: rockrecoveryed.org o Email: freedom@rockrecoveryed.org

· National Eating Disorders Association o Phone: 800-931-2237 o Website: nationaleatingdisorders.org o Email: Find Chatline at nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline

· National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders o Phone: 630-577-1330 o Website: anad.org

· Overeaters Anonymous o Phone: 505-891-2664 o Website: oa.org

S*x Addiction

· American Addiction Centers o Phone: 888-738-8035 o Website: americanaddictioncenters.org/sex-addiction

· S*x Addicts Anonymous o Phone: 800-477-8191 o Website: saa-recovery.org o Email: info@saa-recovery.org

· S*x and Love Addicts Anonymous, DC o Phone: 210-828-7900 o Website: slaadc.org o Email: slaadcmetro@gmail.com

· S*xaholics Anonymous o Phone: 615-370-6062 o Website: sa.org o Email: saico@sa.org

Domestic Violence

· DC Safe o Phone: Local Office (202-506-2901), Local Hotline (1-844-443-5732), National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233), TTY (1-800-787-3224) o Website: dcsafe.org

· My Sister’s Place DC o Phone: 202-529-5261 (to inquire about services/programs: 202-540-1064) o Website: mysistersplacedc.org

· National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline o Phone: 1-866-331-9474

R**e and S*xual Violence

· DC R**e and Crisis Center o Phone: Hotline (202-333-7273), Office (202-232-0789) o Website: dcrcc.org o Email: dcrcc@dcrcc.org

· RAINN o Phone: Hotline (800-656-4673) o Website: rainn.org o Chat: online.rainn.org

Compulsive Gambling

· Debtors Anonymous o Phone: 781-453-2743

· Gamblers Anonymous o Phone: 213-386-8789

· National Council on Problem Gambling o Phone: 1-800-522-4700 o Website: ncpgambling.org o Chat: www.ncpgambling.org/chat o Online Peer-Support Forum: www.gamtalk.org

Hospitals and Health

· Georgetown University Hospital o Address: 3800 Reservoir Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20007 o Phone: 202-444-2000

· George Washington University Hospital o Address: 900 23rd St. NW, Washington, DC 20037 o Phone: 202-715-4000

· Howard University Hospital o Address: 2041 Georgia Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20060 o Phone: 202-865-6100

· Sibley Memorial Hospital o Address: 5255 Loughboro Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20016 o Phone: 202-537-4000

· Suburban Hospital o Address: 8600 Old Georgetown Rd., Bethesda, MD 20814 o Phone: 301-896-3100

· Washington Hospital Center o Address: 110 Irving St. NW, Washington, DC 20010 o Phone: 202-877-7000

· CDC-INFO (Formerly known as the CDC National STD and AIDS Hotline) o Phone: 1-800-232-4636

Women’s and Female-Bodied Individuals’ Health

· National Women’s Health Information Center o Address: 1413 K St. NW, 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20005 o Phone: 202-682-2640 o Website: nwhn.org o Email: nwhn@nwhn.org

· Planned Parenthood (Carol Whitehill Moses Center) o Address: 1224 4th St. NE, Washington, DC 20002 o Phone: 202-347-8512 o Website: plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-metropolitan-washington-dc

Family Support

· Adult Children of Alcoholics o Phone: 562-595-7831

· Al-Anon/Alateen o Phone: 757-563-1600

· Nar-Anon Family Groups o Phone: 310-534-8188

· Co-Dependents Anonymous o Phone: 888-444-2359

· Co-Dependents of S*x Addicts o Phone: 763-537-6904