Help is here — for you, and for the people you love.
If you are in immediate danger, call your local emergency number now. Otherwise, start with the crisis lines below, then explore steps for yourself and ways to support someone else.
Crisis resources
Reach a trained person, any time, day or night.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support for people in distress in the U.S., 24/7. Call or text 988 to connect with a trained counselor.
Call or text 988Crisis Text Line
Prefer to text? Message HOME to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor for free, anytime.
Text HOME to 741741Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential help for veterans and service members. Call or text 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
Call 988, then press 1For those who are struggling
You don't have to fix everything now — you only have to stay.
Pause. You do not have to act on the thought right now. Put distance between you and anything that could cause harm.
Name it. What belief is driving this moment? Notice whether it's absolute truth — or the voice of pain, exhaustion, and isolation.
Reach out. Call or text 988, or contact one person you trust. Asking for help is wisdom in action, not weakness.
Stay. Staying alive creates space for truth, support, and connection to return. Give the next hour a chance.
For supporters
You don't need perfect words — you need to show up.
Ask directly
Asking someone directly if they're thinking about suicide does not plant the idea — it opens a door and can save a life.
Listen more than you fix
Presence speaks louder than advice. Listen without judgment and let them know they are not a burden to you.
Help them connect
Stay with them and help them reach 988 or professional care. Do not leave them alone with the lie.