An overwhelming 28.8% of North Dakota adults reported having symptoms of depression and/or anxiety last year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Needless to say, that’s nearly a third of resident adults. Worse yet, nearly 20% of North Dakota residents seeking assistance with mental health are unable to find it.
It’s clear that North Dakota residents are in need of help for depression and anxiety. Fortunately, there are free and anonymous helplines available to all residents. These phone numbers are more than just digits on your smartphone. Call today and receive immediate assistance for any and all mental health issues, including depression and/or anxiety.
The National Depression Hotline
Anybody anywhere can call 866-629-4564 to reach a specialist with The National Depression Helpline. It’s a free, confidential, around-the-clock helpline for depression and/or anxiety. Call now for immediate assistance, or click here to visit the website, which offers a wealth of additional information and resources. When you’re ready, we’re here to listen.
Project Renew
Two years ago, the state’s Department of Human Services received a FEMA grant for a Crisis Counseling Program. That program is Project Renew, and it offers a helpline for residents to call for free and confidential assistance with any mental health issue. Call 701-223-1510 from 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday, or email renew@lssnd.org for more info.
NAMI HelpLine
The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a helpline for all US residents to receive assistance for depression and/or any form of mental issue. Call 800-950-6264 from Monday to Friday, 10AM to 10PM, or text “HelpLine” to 62640. You may also visit the North Dakota-specific NAMI website, which offers a wealth of info, by clicking here.