In a Crisis?

Are you in a crisis? Here are some hotlines that can help you in an emergency.

Some things just can’t wait a few days. This section is for crises that need immediate attention.

American Social Health Association’s National STI Hotline
1-919-361-8488
Do you think you might have a sexually transmitted disease (STD)? Do you have a question about STDs? Call ASHA’s hotline to get answers! It’s open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time.

Boys Town National Hotline
1-800-448-3000
Having a tough time with something in your life? Call the Boys Town National Hotline to speak with an English-or Spanish-speaking operator. Or call their TTY line (1-800-448-1833) for assistance if you are deaf or hearing-impaired. Their lines are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

National Hopeline Network
1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433)
Are you thinking about suicide or cutting? Call the National Hopeline Network to speak with a crisis line operator in English or Spanish. The line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

National Abortion Federation Hotline
1-800-772-9100
Are you considering abortion and want to talk to someone you can trust? Get your questions answered Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern time or Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern time.

The National Alcohol and Substance Abuse Information Center
1-800-784-6776
Do you think you might have a problem abusing alcohol or another drug? The National Alcohol and Substance Abuse Information Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can refer you to treatment options.

National Dating Abuse Helpline
1-866-331-9474 or TTY 1-866-331-8453
Are you being physically, emotionally or verbally abused by a romantic partner? Do you need help getting out of an abusive relationship? Call the National Dating Abuse Helpline; it’s open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or TTY 1-800-787-3224
Are you experiencing abuse from a teen or adult? Not sure if it is abuse? Call now to find out and get support. It’s open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The National Runaway Switchboard
1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)
Are you or a friend thinking about running away? The National Runaway Switchboard is there to help. Call now for support. This confidential line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Have you or someone you know been raped or sexually assaulted? Not sure what to do now? Call this toll-free, confidential hotline to reach counselors at the nearest Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) member crisis center for support and assistance. The hotline is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The Trevor Lifeline for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Teens
1-866-4-U-TREVOR (488-7386)
Do you think you might be lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender ? Are you having a hard time dealing with it? Are you having a hard time coming out? The Trevor Lifeline is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week if you are feeling sad or need someone to talk to.

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