The Pacific Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network published this list of important hotlines and chatlines that we should all have available in case we or a loved one needs someone to talk to or other mental health resources. Here’s the list:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
If you are a Veteran or service member, press “1” to be connected to a specialist
If you are deaf or hard-of-hearing, use your preferred TTY service or dial 711 and then 1-800-273-8255
Chat also available: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat
Nacional de Prevencion del Suicidio – 1-888-628-9454
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org
SAMHSA’s National Helpline – referrals and information – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Text Line – text HOME to 741-741
Veterans Crisis Chat – https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat or text 838255