Youth Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention Resources

Find trusted 24/7 crisis hotlines, mental health support services, and suicide prevention resources for youth, families, and caregivers. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available 24/7. You are not alone.

📞 Call or text 988 or chat on the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline website for free, confidential, compassionate support from trained counselors nationwide.

• When to call 988? 988 is the best option for mental health crises, suicidal thoughts, or emotional distress. If there is an immediate risk to someone’s life or safety, call 911 instead.

• Keep in mind: 988 routes your call or text to the nearest crisis counselor based on your area code. If your area code does not reflect your current location, let the counselor know so they can connect you with local resources.

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Additional crisis hotlines and resources

Crisis Text Line >

Provides free, 24/7 support by connecting individuals with trained crisis counselors via text. Text "HOME" to 741 741

Teen Line >

Provides support and resources for teens, by teens. Text "TEEN" to 839 863 (6 PM - 9 PM PST)

Trevor Project > Offers crisis support to LGBTQ+ youth via call, text, or chat. Text "START" to 678-678

Trans Lifeline >

A peer support hotline service run by trans people for trans and questioning individuals. Call 1-877-565-8860

>> For a full list of crisis support resources, visit our toolkits for youth & families, schools, or health providers.

>> Located in California? Find California-specific crisis support >