You’re Not Alone

If you are struggling right now, please know this:

Your feelings are valid.
Your pain is real.
And help is available.

Reaching out may feel difficult — but it can also be lifesaving.

If You Are in Immediate Danger

If you are in immediate danger or at risk of harming yourself, call 911 (U.S.) or your local emergency number right now.

If you can, go somewhere safe and stay with someone you trust.

United States Crisis Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text: 988
Available 24/7, free and confidential
Website: 988lifeline.org

You can call, text, or chat online. You do not need to be in immediate crisis to reach out.

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741
Available 24/7
Free, confidential support via text message

Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth Support)

Call: 1-866-488-7386
Text: START to 678678
Available 24/7
Website: thetrevorproject.org

International Resources

If you are outside the United States, you can find crisis support numbers in your country at:

findahelpline.com
(Provides international crisis hotline directories.)

If You’re Supporting Someone Else

If someone you care about may be struggling:

• Take their feelings seriously.
• Listen without trying to immediately fix.
• Avoid minimizing (“It could be worse.”)
• Ask directly if they are thinking about harming themselves.
• Stay present.

You do not have to have perfect words.
You just have to care.

Signs Someone May Be Struggling

Sometimes the signs are subtle:

• Withdrawing from friends or activities
• Sudden mood changes
• Talking about feeling hopeless or like a burden
• Giving away belongings
• Changes in sleep or appetite
• Increased substance use

If you notice these signs, check in.

A simple:
“I’ve noticed you seem overwhelmed lately. I’m here if you want to talk.”
can open a door.