988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free crisis support by phone, text and chat for people experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts or another mental-health crisis.
Understanding This
988 is the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Calling or texting 988 connects a person with crisis support. It is intended for suicidal thoughts as well as other emotional and mental-health crises.
Who This Resource Is For
People in the United States experiencing a crisis, people worried about someone else, veterans and others seeking immediate emotional support.
What You'll Find
How to Use This Resource
- Call 988 from a phone.
- Text 988.
- If you are supporting someone else, you can also contact 988 for guidance.
- Use emergency services for an immediate life-threatening emergency.
Where It Serves
United States — nationwide crisis network.
Cost / Access
988 crisis support is free.
Connect Directly
Phone and text actions can be started directly from this page.
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https://988lifeline.org/
Information checked: 2026-09-28