If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.
At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365. Your conversations are free and confidential.
To reach a counselor, call or text 988, or by chat 988lifeline.org
About 988
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States and its territories. The 988 Lifeline is comprised of a national network of over 200 local crisis centers, combining local care and resources with national standards and best practices.
About the 988 Lifeline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) is a leader in suicide prevention and mental health crisis care. The 988 Lifeline, known originally as the National Suicide Prevention Hotline, launched on January 1, 2005 with funding from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Vibrant Emotional Health, the administrator of the grant, works with partners such as the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD), National Council for Behavioral Health, Living Works, Inc., an internationally respected organization specializing in suicide intervention skills training, and others to continually improve crisis services and advance suicide prevention through the 988 Lifeline. This includes developing innovative public messaging, delivering best practices in mental health, and creating groundbreaking partnerships.
The 988 Lifeline has been independently evaluated since its inception by an investigation team from Columbia University’s Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene. The 988 Lifeline receives ongoing consultation and guidance from national and international researchers and experts focused on suicide prevention and crisis response.