Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSAMHSA National HelplineNational Suicide Prevention LifelineCrisis Text LineChildhelp National Child Abuse HotlineNational Domestic Violence HotlineSAMHSA Disaster Distress HelplineNational Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) HelplineRape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)LGBT National HotlineThe Trevor ProjectNational Runaway SafelineVeterans Crisis LineNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine

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SAMHSA National Helpline

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Crisis Text Line

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

National Domestic Violence Hotline

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline

National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Helpline

Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)

LGBT National Hotline

The Trevor Project

National Runaway Safeline

Veterans Crisis Line

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine

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All of the helplines below are toll-free and confidential, and many of them are operated 24/7 to provide help when you need it the most.Text message charges may apply depending on your phone plan.

All of the helplines below are toll-free and confidential, and many of them are operated 24/7 to provide help when you need it the most.

Text message charges may apply depending on your phone plan.

When Should I Call a Depression Hotline?

1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Operated 24/7, theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helplineprovides information and referrals if you or a loved one are facing mental health and/or substance use issues. The confidential service does not provide counseling, but can direct you to helpful resources, treatment facilities, and support groups in your area.

“I Need Help:” Where to Start Your Mental Health Treatment Journey

988

Thisnational toll-free number—available 24/7—connects to local crisis centers where a trained worker will provide confidential support to people experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress.

In July 2022, the helpline was changed from 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to the much more convenient 988.

Text 741741

Many people, especially teenagers and young people, are growing up more comfortable speaking via text message. The Crisis Text Line serves anyone in the United States with this confidential and free 24/7 text line, connecting you with a trained crisis counselor.

1-800-4-A-Child or 1-800-422-4453

1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text “LOVEIS” to 22522

The 24/7National Domestic Violence Hotlineprovides confidential assistance to anyone experiencing domestic violence or questioning whether or not they are in an abusive relationship. Online chat with trained advocates is also available through the website.

1-800-985-5990 or Text “TalkWithUs” to 66746

Available to anyone in the US and its territories,SAMHSA’s 24/7 disaster distress helplineprovides immediate crisis counseling if you are experiencing stress, anxiety, and other symptoms as a result of man-made or natural disasters—including pandemics.

1-800-931-2237

Available Monday through Friday, theNEDA Helplineoffers phone and chat support for yourself or a loved one coping with an eating disorder and quick access to a crisis text line if needed.

1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

With both phone and online chat options, the 24/7RAINN helplineprovides access to support from trained staff, who can help direct you to a local health facility with experience caring for survivors of sexual assault, as well as resources for healing, recovery, long-term support, and more.

1-888-843-4564

With hours Monday through Saturday, theLGBT National Hotlineprovides one-to-one peer support and a confidential, safe space for anyone to discuss issues with coming out, gender or sexual identity, relationship concerns, bullying, self-harm, and more.

1-866-488-7386 or Text “START” to 678678

With phone, chat, and text options,The Trevor Projectis a national organization providing 24/7 crisis intervention to LGBTQ young people.

1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)

Available 24/7, theNational Runaway Safelineis a crisis hotline, online service, and judgment-free safe space forrunawaysand homeless young people.

1-800-273-TALK (8255) or Text 838255

Veterans or Service members in crisis can callthis helplineto reach specially-trained VA responders at any time of day. Friends, family members, and loved ones can also find support through this portal.

1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

TheNAMI HelpLineis a nationwide peer-support service,nota crisis line. Still, it does provide information, resource referrals, and community support if you or someone you know are living with a mental health condition.

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