If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the 988 Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States.
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The 988 Lifeline is available for everyone, is free, and confidential. See below for additional crisis services and hotlines.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Text 988
Línea 988 de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis
Text Envía "AYUDA" al 988
988 Lifeline Options For Deaf + Hard of Hearing
For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.
988 Videophone for Deaf/HoH American Sign Language Users:
Veterans Crisis Line
Text 838255
Disaster Distress Helpline
Call or Text 1-800-985-5990
DDH Videophone for Deaf/HoH American Sign Language Users:
What Happens When I Call The 988 Lifeline?
First, you’ll hear a message telling you that you’ve reached the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
To preview that message, click here.
We’ll play you a little hold music while we connect you.
A skilled, trained crisis worker who works at the 988 Lifeline network crisis center closest to you will answer the phone.
This person will listen to you, understand how your problem is affecting you, provide support, and share any resources that may be helpful.
To read a more detailed explanation of what happens when you call the 988 Lifeline, and more, click here.
Remember, your call is confidential and free.
Should I Call The 988 Lifeline?
No matter what problems you’re dealing with, whether or not you’re thinking about suicide, if you need someone to lean on for emotional support, call the 988 Lifeline.
People call to talk about lots of things: substance abuse, economic worries, relationships, sexual identity, getting over abuse, depression, mental and physical illness, and loneliness, to name a few.
