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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

988

Call or text 988 to the 24-hour confidential support line if experiencing an emotional distress or suicidal crisis.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and Vibrant Emotional Health launched this lifeline in 2005.

Veterans Crisis Line 988 - 1

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Three options for veterans and loved ones to receive 24/7 confidential crisis support:

Dial 988 and then press 1  Text 838255 Chat online

 

For more information, visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Crisis Line.

(Image source: Veterans Crisis Line)

U.S. Government Information

Below are some U.S. Government resources on suicide prevention.

Federal Agency Resource
Centers for Disease Control
National Institute of Mental Health
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
U.S. Bureau of Indian Education
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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