Crisis Support

You are not alone. If you're in crisis or struggling, help is available right now.

If You're in Immediate Danger

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

International Association for Suicide Prevention: Find your country's crisis line

Emergency Services: 911 (US) or your local emergency number

Mental Health Crisis Resources

SAMHSA National Helpline

1-800-662-4357 — Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral service

NAMI Helpline

1-800-950-6264 — Support, information, and referrals

Veterans Crisis Line

1-800-273-8255, Press 1 — For veterans, service members, and families

Specialized Support

Grief Support

GriefShare: 1-800-395-5755 — Support groups and resources

Postpartum Support

PSI Warmline: 1-800-944-4773 — Postpartum depression support

Child Loss Support

The Compassionate Friends: 1-877-969-0010 — For bereaved parents

When to Reach Out

You don't have to be in a life-threatening emergency to seek help. Consider reaching out if you're experiencing:

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Overwhelming Thoughts

Racing thoughts, thoughts of self-harm, or feeling like you can't cope

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Persistent Distress

Depression, anxiety, or grief that won't lift after weeks

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Daily Functioning

Difficulty working, sleeping, eating, or maintaining relationships

While You Wait for Help

If you've reached out for help and are waiting, here are some things that might help:

  • Take slow, deep breaths — inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 4
  • Ground yourself by naming 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear
  • Move to a safe, comfortable space if you can
  • Reach out to a trusted friend or family member
  • Avoid alcohol and substances
  • Remember: This feeling will pass. Help is coming.

All crisis lines are free and confidential.

If you're not in crisis but want to explore our mental health research and resources, visit our Research or Knowledge Base pages.