Life can feel hard or overwhelming sometimes, but you don’t have to face things alone.

Getting help for yourself or someone you’re worried about starts with a call or text to 988—where you always have someone to talk to, someone to help you, and somewhere safe to go.​
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What is 988?

The 988 helpline provides immediate emotional and mental health support from trained crisis workers. 988 is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year, even holidays. You don’t need proof of citizenship, insurance, or a social security number to get help. Call or text 988 anytime if you need to talk to someone or are worried about someone. You can also chat with 988 crisis workers online.

People call or text 988 for lots of different reasons. There is no wrong reason to call.

988 helps people deal with as many different types of situations as you can think of—from everyday challenges to serious crisis situations. Calling or texting 988 can be one of the best ways to get help in a crisis. But 988 isn't just for people in crisis situations.

In fact, we hope you call or text 988 before you or someone you're worried about gets to the point where things are serious. The earlier you reach out for help, the easier it often is to work through the challenges you're up against.
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