Alexithymia is the inability to recognize feelings and emotions within yourself or others.

Neglect is the absence of critical interactions, especially in childhood, which are essential for healthy development.

Trauma in its simplest form is the inability to make sense of something so distressing that it shuts you down.

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 โ€œ988โ€ is the three-digit, nationwide phone number to connect directly to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Crisis Text LineText HOME to 741741
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline1-800-273-8255
Trans Lifeline1-877-565-8860 (for the transgender community)
TrevorLifeline1-866-488-7386 (for LGBTQ youth)
Veterans Crisis Line1-800-273-8255, Press 1