The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, free and confidential support for people who are thinking about suicide, who are in a mental health or substance abuse crisis, who are having emotional distress, or who are concerned about a loved one.
When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors who are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems affect them, provide support, and connect them to resources, if necessary.
To reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org.