Crisis Resources:
Distress Management:
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Virtual Hope Box - Simple, free tool to help manage acute distress.
Mindfulness and Meditation:
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Mindfullness Coach - Developed by the National Center for PTSD to be used by anyone wanting to learn more about and practice mindfulness.
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Meditation for Beginners - Book and CD by Jack Kornfield that is a great starting point for those interested in learning about meditation.
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Meditation FAQ - Questions and answers from Tara Brach, with a focus on lovingkindness meditation.
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Dharma Seed - A vast, free library of buddhist talks and guided meditations.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder:
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PTSD Coach - Free app to improve understanding and coping with PTSD.
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National Center for PTSD - This site contains a vast array of resources and information for people coping with trauma and those who support them.
Sleep and Fatigue:
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How to Conserve Your Energy - Written for those experiencing fatigue following Covid-19 infection, but could be used more broadly. Great tips for managing fatigue.
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Tips for Better Sleep - Summary of key sleep hygiene concepts.
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Insomnia Coach - A free app developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs to be used by anyone wanting to learn about and improve sleep.
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CBT-i Coach - Another helpful app developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs to help manage sleep difficulties.