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 LifelineCall 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
- Crisis Text LineText HOME to 741741 (US) or 686868 (Canada)
Free, confidential, 24/7. Trained crisis counselor responds.
Substance use
- SAMHSA National Helpline1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Free, confidential treatment referral and information, 24/7.
Veterans
- Veterans Crisis LineDial 988 then press 1
Or text 838255. Confidential support for veterans and their loved ones.
International
- Find A Helplinefindahelpline.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.