As images of violence, trauma and loss fill the news, emotional and physical reactions are common. People may feel anxious, have trouble sleeping and focusing. Children especially may have difficulty expressing how they feel. Parents may struggle with how to best help them cope.

Thriving Mind South Florida has resources for families struggling with mental health issues as a result of witnessing or experiencing violence, trauma, loss and uncertainty.

• 988 (24/7): The National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for free support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
• Mobile Response Teams (24/7): A rapid outreach service that provides mobile crisis intervention and assessment for children and adults.
  • Miami-Dade County: 800-HELP-YOU (800-435-7968)
  • Monroe County: 305-434-7660, Option #8
• 211 (24/7) Social Service Referrals
• 305-858-3335 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. M-F) Thriving Mind’s Help Line

For general queries write information@thrivingmind.org