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How To Help a Veteran Transition to Civilian Life

Strong. Resilient. Brave Three words many people would use to describe those who serve. They put themselves before others and risk their lives in honor of freedom. Service men and women Read More

How Much Stress Is Too Much?

Your morning alarm blares from the night stand next to as you scramble to turn it off. It’s the beginning of a new day and immediately your mind races with Read More

Are There Different Types of Trauma?

Is trauma really about personal resilience? How much vs. how little exposure? Are some people just stronger than others in the wake of trauma? Understanding Small Ts and Large Ts The truth is, someone Read More

Busting 3 Misconceptions About PTSD

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in those who’ve experienced trauma, a dramatic situation, or dangerous event. It’s natural to feel scared, shocked, and anxious after Read More

How To Overcome Powerlessness After Trauma

Experiencing any sort of trauma can be a life-changing event. If you’ve lost something crucial to your well-being, you can’t often tell what the outcome will be. Sometimes losses can Read More

How To Deal With Grief During The Holidays

The holidays can be a time of grief and sadness for those suffering from loss. Grief can be encompassing. It can come in overwhelming waves that make it difficult to Read More

How To Avoid Holiday Stress

The holidays are known as the most wonderful time of the year! A time meant for relaxing and spending time with the people you love. However, in reality, the holidays are Read More

A Helpful Guide For Holiday Stress and Social Anxiety

Social Anxiety is hard to deal with anytime of year, but the holidays can add extra stress to the disorder. Holiday parties increase the pressure to socialize….what will people think? Overcrowded rooms, Read More

5 Unhealthy Signs Of A Stress-Related Disorder

Is stress just a normal part of life? After all, doesn't everyone experience it to some degree? Stress in modern-day society seems to be just as common as the cup of Read More

A Holistic Approach to Psychiatric Care

Has anyone ever told you to "look at the big picture" in life? Goodness, completion, and restoration are all part of the big picture. It's the optimal state. Looking at the Read More

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Crisis Services

Always contact the Cedar Oaks Team with any concerns or questions. In an emergency, or if you are unable to contact us, listed below are some additional helplines and advocacy services. These are run by different organizations.  They are free services that you can use for talk or text support in an emotional crisis. For a medical emergency always call 988.

Suicide Prevention Lifeline

If you would like immediate help, please call or text 1-800-273-8255 (TALK). Through this toll-free phone number, we offer a network of crisis centers across the country. These centers staff their lines with people who are trained to listen and offer support to people in emotional crisis. If you are in an immediate medical crisis, please call 988.

North Carolina Hopeline – you talk, and we listen.

CALL OR TEXT: 919-231-4525 | 877-235-4525

https://www.hopeline-nc.org/

NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Health

Crisis line, information, and advocacy

NAMI North Carolina

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