Get help now

You don't have to go through this alone.

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, caring, trained people are ready to listen right now, any time of day or night.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US)

Call or text 988, or chat online. Free, confidential, 24/7.

Call 988

Crisis Text Line (US)

Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Text HOME

Immediate danger

If someone's life is in immediate danger, is unable to stay conscious, has trouble breathing, or has a life-threatening injury, call emergency services.

Call 911

Outside the United States

Find a free, confidential helpline in your country.

Find a helpline

If you're supporting someone

  • Stay with them and help them feel safe. Your calm presence matters.
  • Remind them they are loved and that what they're feeling is real.
  • Connect them with support: call or text 988 together, or reach out to someone they trust.

Learn a simple way to be there for someone with the SIT Method.

A tool for calmer moments

Second Aid is a free, private, self-guided tool that helps calm the mind and regulate the nervous system. It is not a crisis service; if you are in crisis, please use the resources above.