If tonight is heavier than you can carry alone — there are people ready, right now.
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If you are in immediate danger, or someone is hurt,
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The resources below are for people in the United States.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Free, confidential, 24/7. Trained crisis counselors for anyone thinking about suicide, in emotional distress, or worried about someone else. Chat is also available at 988lifeline.org. Veterans: call 988, then press 1.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Free, confidential, 24/7 support by text with a live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor — for anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and the nights that are just too heavy. crisistextline.org
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service (English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing substance use or mental health struggles. The service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. samhsa.gov
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Free, confidential, 24/7. You can also text START to 88788, or chat at thehotline.org. If someone may monitor your phone, computer, or internet activity, use a safer device if you can. Clearing browser history may help hide some activity, but it may not erase all traces of internet use.
These services are independent organizations, not part of This Was For You. Numbers and services can change, so details should be rechecked periodically. If one option does not connect, try another verified resource. If there is immediate danger, use the emergency guidance at the top of this page.
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If you're outside the United States, the numbers above may not work in your country. Find A Helpline maintains verified emotional-support and crisis resources by country. If there is immediate danger, contact the emergency service where you live.
Find Help in My CountryReaching out for help is not a failure of faith. If you need immediate support, reach out now. The rest can wait.