Depression Crisis Help
Immediate support for depression crisis. Free, confidential help available 24/7. Call 988 or text HOME to 741741. You are not alone—help is here.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a depression crisis, please reach out for help immediately. You are not alone, and support is available 24/7.
Emergency Services
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
Call 91124/7 Crisis Hotlines
Free, confidential support available anytime:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
988
24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources
Available 24/7
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Text with a trained crisis counselor
Available 24/7
SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357
Treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders
Available 24/7
Veterans Crisis Line
988 then Press 1
Confidential support for veterans and their families
Available 24/7
Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth)
1-866-488-7386
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ young people
Available 24/7
International Crisis Resources
If you're outside the United States:
International Association for Suicide Prevention
Directory of crisis centers around the world
Befrienders Worldwide
Emotional support centers in multiple countries
Warning Signs of Crisis
Seek help immediately if you or someone you know experiences:
- ⚠Talking about wanting to die or hurt oneself
- ⚠Looking for ways to end one's life
- ⚠Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose
- ⚠Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
- ⚠Talking about being a burden to others
- ⚠Increasing use of alcohol or drugs
- ⚠Acting anxious, agitated, or reckless
- ⚠Sleeping too little or too much
- ⚠Withdrawing or feeling isolated
- ⚠Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
- ⚠Displaying extreme mood swings
Creating a Safety Plan
A safety plan can help you stay safe during a crisis. Consider including:
- Warning signs that a crisis may be developing
- Internal coping strategies (things you can do on your own)
- People and social settings that provide distraction
- People you can ask for help
- Professionals or agencies you can contact during a crisis
- Ways to make your environment safe
After a Crisis
After the immediate crisis has passed, it's important to:
- ✓Follow up with a mental health professional
- ✓Continue or start therapy
- ✓Take prescribed medications as directed
- ✓Build a support network
- ✓Practice self-care
- ✓Develop healthy coping strategies
Concerned About Depression?
If you are not in crisis but concerned about depression, take a validated screening test. Takes just 3-5 minutes and is completely confidential.
Long-Term Support Resources
For ongoing depression support and resources:
This page provides crisis resources for informational purposes. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. Depression Test Online is not a crisis service and cannot provide emergency assistance.