You do not have to face this moment alone.
If you are thinking about suicide, afraid you may hurt yourself, or overwhelmed and unsure what to do next, pause here. You deserve immediate support from someone trained to help you through this moment.
Get help now
Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Trained crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
If you or someone else is in immediate physical danger, has already attempted suicide, or needs urgent medical attention, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Call 911What happens when you contact 988?
A crisis counselor will ask whether you are safe, listen to what is happening, help you work through the immediate crisis, and connect you with additional support when appropriate. You do not have to prepare the right words. You can begin by saying, "I need help," or, "I am worried I may hurt myself."
If you are worried about someone else
Take statements about suicide seriously. Stay with the person when it is safe to do so, listen without arguing or shaming, and help them call or text 988. If the danger appears immediate, call 911. Do not promise to keep suicidal intentions secret.
Veterans, service members, and their families
Call 988 and press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line. You may also text 838255.
Contact the Veterans Crisis Line ↗Faith does not require you to suffer alone.
Prayer matters. So do trained counselors, physicians, emergency responders, trusted family members, pastors, and friends. Reaching for help is not spiritual failure. It is an act of honesty and courage. God’s care can meet us through the people prepared to stand beside us.
"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit."
Psalm 34:18
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