U.S. emergency services

Immediate danger or a medical emergency?

Call 911 for a suspected overdose, trouble breathing, loss of consciousness, or immediate danger. Follow the emergency dispatcher's instructions.

U.S. crisis support · 24/7

Concerned about yourself or someone else?

Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for emotional or suicide-related crisis support. You can reach out about a loved one, too.

Chat with 988

This website is not a crisis service and is not monitored for emergencies. Phone and text buttons depend on your device. You can also dial the numbers directly.

Outside the United States?

Call your local emergency number for immediate danger. Crisis numbers and services vary by country.

Find a helpline in your country

Looking for treatment information?

SAMHSA's National Helpline provides U.S. treatment referrals and information, 24/7, in English and Spanish. It is not an emergency response service.

Call 1-800-662-4357

Service information: 988 Lifeline and SAMHSA. For non-urgent next steps, explore family support or professional guidance.