If you need help now

If you're in crisis, these lines are free and confidential in most countries. They're staffed by people trained for exactly this.

• United States

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988

• Canada

  • 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline — Call or text 988

• United Kingdom

  • Samaritans — Call 116 123

• Ireland

  • Samaritans — Call 116 123

• Australia

  • Lifeline — Call 13 11 14

• New Zealand

  • 1737 Need to Talk — Call or text 1737

Find a helpline in your countryFree, confidential lines in around 130 countries.