
I know what it feels like to carry the heavy weight of depression, anxiety, and despair. I know the silence, the sleepless nights, and the feeling that no one understands. If you are hurting—or if someone you love is struggling—I want you to know this truth: you are not alone. There is real help available, right now, and people who care deeply about your life. Reaching out may feel difficult, but it could be the most courageous and life-saving step you’ll ever take. Below, you’ll find numbers and resources where someone is waiting to listen, to care, and to walk with you through this moment. Please, if you’re struggling, reach out today—your life matters more than you may realize.
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If you are thinking about suicide, feeling overwhelmed, or worried about someone else, compassionate help is here 24/7.
Emergency: If you are in immediate danger, call 911 (or your local emergency number) now.
United States
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 24/7, free, confidential.
Call: 988 | Text: 988 | Chat: 988lifeline.org/chat
Veterans: Call 988, then press 1. Spanish: presione 2. Deaf/HoH: options here. -
Veterans Crisis Line
Call: 988, then press 1 | Text: 838255 | Chat: veteranscrisisline.net -
Crisis Text Line
Text: HOME to 741741 | Info: crisistextline.org -
Teen Line (teen-to-teen support)
Call: 310-855-4673 | Text: TEEN to 839863 | Chat: teenlineonline.org -
SAMHSA National Helpline (treatment/referral)
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) | Info: samhsa.gov -
Disaster Distress Helpline
Call: 1-800-985-5990 | Text: 1-800-985-5990 -
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth)
Call: 1-866-488-7386 | Text: START to 678678 | Chat: thetrevorproject.org -
Trans Lifeline (peer support)
Call: 877-565-8860 | Info: translifeline.org -
RAINN — National Sexual Assault Hotline
Call: 800-656-HOPE (4673) | Chat: hotline.rainn.org/online -
Domestic Violence Support
The Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 | Love Is Respect (text): LOVEIS to 22522 | StrongHearts Native: 1-844-7NATIVE
Canada
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9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
Call/Text: 988 | Info: 988.ca -
Kids Help Phone (youth)
Call: 1-800-668-6868 | Text: CONNECT to 686868 | Chat: kidshelpphone.ca
Outside the U.S. and Canada
Find your country’s 24/7 helplines:
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Last verified: August 29, 2025.