Suicidal Thoughts
When mental health challenges go unaddressed, they can lead to serious health problems and can even be fatal. Suicide is preventable if you learn the warning signs and speak up if you’re worried about yourself or a loved one.
Learn
The causes of suicide are complex and it’s often an impulsive act, so it’s important to educate yourself and take action at the first sign of concern. Learning the warning signs and having the courage to speak up can save lives.
Act
Whether you’re feeling hopeless, worried about a loved one or coping after losing someone to suicide, there are always actions you can take to help yourself or someone you care about
Connect
The hopelessness that contributes to suicidal thoughts is usually temporary, and most survivors are glad they lived. Get help at the first sign that you or someone you know feels suicidal. You aren’t alone, and things will get better.
When contacting a resource below, any information you provide will be collected and used by that resource, subject to its end user terms and conditions and privacy policy. Please contact the applicable resource if you would like more information.
Resource | Type | Contact |
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Crisis Text Line
Have a free, confidential chat with a trained counselor. Available 24/7. |
Text Line | Text ACTION to 741-741 |
Lifeline
Call for a free, confidential conversation with a trained counselor. Available 24/7. |
Call Line | 988 |
Trans Lifeline
A free peer support phone service run by trans people for the trans community. Operates from 10am to 5am EST. |
Call Line | 877-565-8860 |
The Trevor Project
A safe, judgement free support service for LGBTQ and questioning youth who are struggling or thinking about suicide. Available 24/7. |
Website | Visit website |
Outside the U.S.? Find a Helpline
Free emotional support, wherever you are. |
Website | Visit website |