IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS OR THIS IS AN EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL THE FREDERICK COUNTY HOTLINE AT 301-662-2255, CALL 911, OR GO TO THE NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM.

Resources

Crisis Hotlines

Texting hotline: Text 741741 to chat with a crisis counselor

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1800-273-TALK (8255)

RAINN: The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network 24 hour hotline 1-800-656-4673

Apps

Calm — Guided meditation to reduce anxiety

7 Cups - Connects you with trained listeners to help deal with emotional distress

Calm Harm — Self harm reduction/coping skills

Books

Life Without ED by Jenni Schaefer

Skills-Based Learning for Caring for a Loved One with an Eating Disorder: The New Maudsley Method by Janet Treasure

Support Groups

NAMI of Frederick (240) 379-6186 Family and Friends Support Group — 3rd Wednesday of each month. For any family or friends of someone dealing with mental illness.

Free Eating Disorders Support Group Every Wednesday 7:00 – 8:30 PM at the Sheppard Pratt Main Campus. This group is open to women and men with any type of eating disorder, at all stages of the recovery process.