Resources
Lines you can call or text, places that can help with what's going on, and things to try right now. Free, and no account needed.
Talk to someone now
Free, confidential, and open day and night.
- Call 988Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Text 988Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Text HOME to 741741Crisis Text Line
- Find a line where you areFree lines in every country
In danger right now? Call your local emergency number.
Rather type than talk? Chat with the 988 Lifeline online
For short guides on worry at night, loneliness and school stress, see Help.
What's going on?
Pick what fits to see places that help with it. Free unless it says otherwise. Most are in the US; outside it, Find A Helpline has yours.
Try one now
Small things that help in the moment. Nothing to set up.
Box breathing
Breathe in for 4 counts, hold for 4, out for 4, hold for 4. Repeat four times.
5-4-3-2-1 grounding
Name 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you can taste.
Urge surfing
Notice the urge like a wave. It rises, peaks, and passes. Watch it without acting for 10 minutes.
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