Posted June 8Jun 8 If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, you are not alone — help is available, and your safety matters. This thread is dedicated to providing quick access to crisis resources, support options, and guidance on what to do during moments of intense distress. What is a mental health crisis? A crisis can include thoughts of suicide, self-harm, overwhelming anxiety or panic, severe depression, or any situation where you feel unsafe or unable to cope. Immediate Steps You Can Take: Reach out: Talk to a trusted friend, family member, or support person. You don’t have to face this alone. Call emergency services: If you feel you are in immediate danger, call 911 (or your country’s emergency number) without hesitation. Use crisis helplines: Trained counselors are available 24/7 to listen and provide support. Key Crisis Helplines: United States National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) United Kingdom Samaritans: 116 123 Shout Crisis Text Line: Text SHOUT to 85258 Canada Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645 (Please add your country’s local helplines if different) Additional Tips: Remove any means of harm from your immediate environment if possible. Practice grounding techniques — focus on your breathing, or use the 5-4-3-2-1 sensory method to stay present. Consider professional help—therapists, counselors, or emergency mental health services can provide specialized care. You are valuable and deserving of help — please reach out. If you’re here to support others, remember to respect privacy and encourage professional assistance when necessary. Thie crisis support forum is for crisis support only. For ongoing mental health discussions, please see the relevant forums.
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