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Safety First! 💕

AskCrushBot is for fun questions only. If you're dealing with serious relationship issues, abuse, or need professional help, here are resources to support you.

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Important Safety Notice

AskCrushBot is for entertainment purposes only. We cannot provide medical, legal, or professional relationship advice. If you're experiencing abuse, harassment, or serious relationship problems, please seek professional help immediately.

When to Seek Professional Help 🚨

🚩 Red Flags (Seek Help Immediately)

  • • Physical, emotional, or verbal abuse
  • • Threats of harm to you or others
  • • Stalking or unwanted contact
  • • Controlling behavior or isolation
  • • Sexual harassment or assault
  • • Thoughts of self-harm or suicide

⚠️ Warning Signs (Consider Talking to Someone)

  • • Constant anxiety about relationships
  • • Feeling trapped or hopeless
  • • Major changes in mood or behavior
  • • Difficulty with daily activities
  • • Relationship affecting work/school
  • • Family/friends expressing concern

🚨 Emergency Resources

National Domestic Violence Hotline (US)

1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | Text "START" to 88788

24/7 support for domestic violence and abuse

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (US)

988 | Text "988" to 988

24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention

Crisis Text Line (US)

Text "HOME" to 741741

24/7 crisis support via text message

💼 Professional Help Resources

Relationship Counseling

Licensed therapists and counselors can help with relationship issues, communication problems, and emotional challenges.

Look for: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC), or Clinical Social Workers (LCSW)

Support Groups

Connect with others who are experiencing similar challenges in a safe, supportive environment.

Check local community centers, religious organizations, or online support communities

Online Therapy Platforms

Convenient access to licensed therapists through video, phone, or text sessions.

Popular options: BetterHelp, Talkspace, 7 Cups, or local telehealth services

💝 Self-Care & Support

🌟 Take Care of Yourself

  • • Practice self-compassion
  • • Maintain healthy boundaries
  • • Stay connected with friends/family
  • • Exercise and eat well
  • • Get enough sleep
  • • Practice mindfulness/meditation

🤝 Build Your Support Network

  • • Talk to trusted friends/family
  • • Join support groups
  • • Find a mentor or coach
  • • Connect with online communities
  • • Consider spiritual/religious support
  • • Reach out to professionals

🚫 What AskCrushBot Cannot Help With

Medical advice - Consult healthcare professionals

Legal issues - Contact lawyers or legal aid

Mental health crises - Use emergency resources above

Abuse situations - Contact domestic violence hotlines

Professional therapy - Seek licensed counselors

Emergency situations - Call 911 or emergency services

Ready to Get Back to Fun? 💕

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