Nalulungkot? Walang makausap? Feeling depressed?

Kung nararamdaman mo ang mga iyan at iba pang negatibong emosyon, bakit hindi subukan ang inirekomendang "crisis hotline" ng isang netizen matapos daw niyang subukin ito.

Ayon sa Facebook post ni " Jecka Tayactac," personal niyang naranasan ang pagiging epektibo ng NCMH Crisis Hotline na toll-free at puwedeng matawagan 24/7.

"I saw someone shared this hotline on my news feed while nag-s-scroll ako dito sa FB. I tried to dial the number for Globe/TM subscribers (0966) 351 4518), and true enough, less than a minute may sumagot agad, just like the post said," aniya.

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Sa una raw ay nahiya siya at hindi niya alam ang sasabihin sa operator, subalit nang magsalita na ito sabihin sa kaniya kung ano ang mga gusto niyang i-open up na kahit ano, ay nagtuloy-tuloy na siya sa sharing na nakagaan naman sa kaniyang pakiramdam.

"At first, we just said hello and nahiya ako bigla. I had second thoughts if itutuloy ko ba yung conversation or not. Natahimik ako, but after a minute, we started talking. Totoo, sa una talaga nakakahiya. Though alam ko naman kung ano sasabihin ko, still nakakahiya. The person I spoke with was warm and asked my name, age, and location (pwede din naman confidential). Then she asked how I was and why I called. You can say whatever's on your mind. Ako kasi speechless, pero very patient siya and nag-wait until ready na ako mag-share."

Dagdag pa niya, "Ang ganda ng experience ko dito sa hotline na 'to, especially for those who need someone to talk to, may pinagdadaanan, stress, nakakaranas ng anxiety attacks, and depression."

"I can say, after that call, gumaan yung pakiramdam ko. Sobrang helpful nitong hotline na 'to. They are fully equipped and ready to assist you with your mental health needs."

Kalakip ng Facebook post ang mga numerong puwede tawagan sa crisis hotline na ito.

Paalala ni Jecka sa mga netizen, "Lastly, please remember that both hotlines are serious services. Do not call either number as a prank or for entertainment."

So comment section ng post, maraming nagbigay ng testimonya na epektibo at totoong nakatutulong sa mental health ang hotlines na ito. May mga nagpasalamat din sa kaniya dahil kailangang-kailangan daw nila ito lalo na sa panahon ngayon.

"I tried this last year when I was pregnant. My husband is on duty. I have no one I could share. Due to pregnancy ang emotional ko talaga. And I don't trust anyone I know to share what's on my mind and iba kasi feeling when you're sharing your thoughts to someone you don't know. Gumaan pakiramdam ko. He even shared some funny story. He gave me tips on what to do when I encounter some changes due to pregnancy. This is very helpful."

"Thank you for sharing kapatid. With your sharing ang dami mong matutulungan."

"Pwede na ako dito mag labas ng deepest darkest thoughts. Darkest? Hahaha lalo kapag super depressed na."

"baka puro hikbi at hingang malalim lang marinig neto pag tumawag ako. hahaha."

Batay sa kanilang website, ang NCMH Crisis Hotline "provides 24/7, free, compassionate and confidential support over the phone."

Mababasa pa, "We support everyone in Philippines who may be experiencing emotional distress related to abuse & domestic violence, anxiety, bullying, Dementia & Alzheimer's, depression, eating & body image, family issues, gambling, gender & sexual identity, grief & loss, loneliness, parenting, relationships, school or work issues, self-harm, stress, suicide, supporting a friend or family member, physical illness."

"We are available to talk with you about any kind of experience relating to mental health, from a mental health crisis through to general wellbeing. Our support is free. We are dedicated to preventing suicide. If you're contemplating suicide or you're worried about warning signs in someone else, please reach out to us for help."

"When you reach out to us you will talk with one of our trained counselors who will collaborate with you to find solutions while giving you an empathetic and compassionate ear. They have expertise and understanding in how to help people going through difficulties similar to what you are. Anyone can call and receive free support. We exist to help everyone regardless of age, gender, beliefs or ethnicity. We are ready to support you 24/7, whether it's the middle of the day or the middle of the night."

Available ang nabanggit na crisis hotlines nationwide. Puwedeng gumamit ng wikang Ingles o Filipino. Lahat ng paksang gustong ibahagi ng caller ay kanilang i-eentertain dahil sila ay trained counselors.