You are not alone.
Help is available right now.

If you or someone you know is in crisis — whether suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or substance use — there is free, confidential support 24/7.

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Call or text 988 · Chat at 988lifeline.org

Call or Text 988 Now

Live Chat Available · Español: 988 · TTY: 711 then 988

How to Get Help Right Now

Call 988

Speak confidentially with a trained crisis counselor 24/7.

Text 988

Text any message to 988 and connect instantly with help.

Chat Online

988lifeline.org/chat — private web chat

The Lifeline Works — Lives Are Saved Every Day

988

Easy-to-remember number launched 2022

24/7

Available 365 days a year, in English & Spanish

5M+

Calls, texts, and chats answered annually

98%

Of callers say the Lifeline helped them feel better

About the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

Funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and administered by Vibrant Emotional Health, the Lifeline network includes over 200 local crisis centers across the country.

Additional Resources & Support

For Veterans

Press 1 after calling 988 for the Veterans Crisis Line

International Help

findahelpline.com – 200+ countries

Disaster Distress

Call or text 1-800-985-5990 for stress related to disasters

Substance Use Support

988 connects you to specialized counselors