Crisis resources

If you are having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, help is available right now. You don’t have to be in crisis to reach out. These lines are staffed 24/7 and are free.

United States and Canada

  • 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
    Call or text 988

    Free, confidential, 24/7. Chat at 988lifeline.org/chat

Canada specifically

  • 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline (Canada)
    Call or text 988

    Bilingual, 24/7, across Canada. The former Talk Suicide line (1-833-456-4566) was retired when 9-8-8 launched.

Text-based help

Substance use

  • SAMHSA National Helpline
    1-800-662-HELP (4357)

    Free, confidential treatment referral and information, 24/7.

Veterans

  • Veterans Crisis Line
    Dial 988 then press 1

    Or text 838255. Confidential support for veterans and their loved ones.

International

  • Find A Helpline
    findahelpline.com

    Global directory of free, confidential crisis lines across 130+ countries.

The Flourishing Assessment is an educational wellness tool, not a medical diagnosis. The resources above are independent organizations not affiliated with us; we list them because they save lives.

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