Support Groups and Services
Many types of support groups and services cover a range of themes. Many offer specialist services such as helplines and dedicated support groups covering areas such as addictions, suicide prevention and many more. Support groups and services are all designed to help people in their darkest hours.
When going through something challenging, we often feel alone and unable to view the situation objectively. Negative feelings and thoughts can make a situation seem worse and make us feel like no hope or end is in sight. Whatever the problem, issue, or challenge, someone has likely faced similar life obstacles. Issues they are going through now or ones that they have already overcome.
Support groups and services are typically made up of trained professionals and people who have faced similar problems. Challenges that they have either overcome or that they have found ways to cope with and manage. These exceptional groups and services are extraordinary, especially for those needing a lifeline. Thousands of local and national groups and services help millions of people worldwide. Many of these people have faced some of the most demanding challenges of their lives.
Reaching out does not mean a person is weak; instead, it takes tremendous bravery. Admitting that someone has a problem or is struggling with a situation does not mean that they have failed; instead, they have the courage to find solutions to overcome any obstacles. Finally, it is essential for us all to remember that no one is ever alone, and all we need to do is reach out.
STDs
2.4%
ALCOHOL-RELATED
0.3%
DRUGS RELATED
0.2%
SELF HARM
1.2%
SUPPORT GROUPS
Addiction can be anything from eating disorders to frequent sexual encounters; however, some of the more common and widely known addictions are:
- drug addiction – people that are addicted to narcotics such as cocaine, heroin and prescription drugs such as oxycodone and opioids
- alcohol addiction – people that are addicted to alcoholic beverages and products such as spirits, beers and even products with a high alcohol content
- tobacco and nicotine addiction – people that are addicted to tobacco-related products such as cigars and cigarettes
- gambling addiction – people that are addicted to gambling, placing bets on sporting events, playing card games and the machines at casinos
Once a person identifies an addictive behaviour, the next stage is to seek out help. Most addictions have dedicated support groups and services, groups made up of people with similar addictions, each in their own way providing helpful guidance and support.
Many refugees or asylum seekers are forced to leave their homes, where returning home would put their lives at risk. The grounds relating to persecution and qualifying conditions are typically associated with a person’s
- Race
- Religion
- Nationality
- Political opinion
- association to a particular social group, such as identifying as LGBTQIA+
Once a refugee arrives in the country seeking asylum, support groups and services are designed to help them throughout their transition. From support in matters relating to the asylum process to the various ways, they can integrate within the local community. Ultimately, support groups are designed to help refugees and asylum seekers get the support and help they need.
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Support groups and services are forums for people experiencing or those who understand grief and have all directly experienced it themselves. A place in which those dealing with loss can talk to people in a similar situation to themselves. Each group member will typically share their experiences, offering much-needed support to one another. Groups like this also provide an impartial and outside perspective on a person’s situation.
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We are often confronted with complex challenges and situations throughout our lives, many of which we cannot resolve without outside help and assistance. Many of these challenges do not stop at a certain point in our lives. As a result, family and life transition groups represent all age groups and issues we will likely face at some point.
Support groups and services are made up of people going through or those that have gone through similar situations. Members provide their experience, support, guidance and advice for all the challenges we will face in our daily lives.
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Coping with a life-threatening illness is never easy. For most of us, getting outside help and finding people who understand what we are going through and have faced similar challenges can be hugely beneficial. Talking to people who can provide insight into what we might expect can help to reduce or remove any fear. Group or one-to-one discussions help remove the element of the unknown and a forum to talk about complex subjects that those close to us may find hard to discuss.
Support groups and services hosted by trained professionals or people with similar life experiences are a lifeline for many. A place that offers help, support and a forum to talk to people that understand what they are going through. A group of people will likely know how people think and feel as they try to cope with these difficult situations.
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Only the person with suicidal thoughts truly understands what they are going through. It is important to reiterate that they are never alone. Even in their darkest hour, there are people who care, people, they might not have met yet.
If someone feels despair and cannot speak to someone in their lives, reach out to any of the many dedicated services and support groups. Services where they will not be judged or told they are wrong, but where they will be listened to and offered support. Every person is unique, valued and important. Many of these support groups and services are made up of trained professionals or people who have survived a suicide attempt. Not only that, but it also includes people who have suffered the loss of a loved one through suicide.
Lastly, it is essential to remember that we are only one call away. One telephone number where the other end of the phone is a person who will listen. People who care and who want to help whatever the problem. If you are facing a difficult situation, keep reaching out and remember that you are never alone, you are loved, and you have value.
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Rape, domestic violence, bullying, and many other types of violence and abuse affect millions worldwide. The long-term effect can be devastating, affecting a person’s confidence. Factors often make a person question their self-worth and fear what might happen if their abuser is exposed. Failure to talk about abuse and getting justice can be harmful, leading many to lose hope, self-harm and even resulting in some taking their own lives.
Support groups and services tailored towards violence and abuse are typically made up of trained professionals and people who have endured or survived some form of abuse. Seeking help is not a weakness; it is not their fault for what happened to them. Bad things happen; what is essential is that it is stopped from happening again. All those affected get the help they need to come to terms with their ordeal
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