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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

United States · Nationwide Counselors, Volunteers Available 24/7
DepressionTrauma & PTSDSelf-harmSubstance useSuicidal thoughtsAbuse & domestic violence

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a suicide prevention and crisis intervention service available to anyone in suicidal...

To access Spanish texting service use keyword AYUDA to 988.

Callers should use their preferred Relay service (for example 711)

Over 240 different languages available in partnership with our interpreting service (English and Spanish phone services do NOT require an interpreter). TTY users can connect through 711 (relay service). Services available in American Sign Language by dial 988 using their preferred relay service. Videophone services for American Sign Language are available using a videophone number/device.

Availability

Text Available 24/7
Chat Available 24/7
TTY Available 24/7
Call Available 24/7

Who this service supports

Support forEveryone, All topics
Who may answerCounselors, Volunteers
Directory informationSource last verified January 14, 2026

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