Mental Health Resources

QPR: Question, Persuade, and Refer
Think of QPR as CPR for suicidal ideation. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer: three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide.
Need Immediate Help?
In the U.S. dial 988 or 800-273-TALK (8255) for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Text Crisis Text Line at 741741 (U.S.)
Online Support
Don't wait, talk to someone now.
988 Lifeline
If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.
Reddit Community
Reddit community r/SuicideWatch provides nonjudgmental support.
SAMARITANS
Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Chronic Suicide Support Forum
Chronic Suicide Support Forum provides discussion for those with chronic suicidal thoughts.
The Trevor Project
24/7 Suicide Hotline for LGBTQ Youth - We're here for you ...
Resources For Friends and Family
Learn the signs...save a life.
Loving Someone with Suicidal Thoughts
Stacey Freedenthal
The Power to prevent Suicide: A Guide For Teens Helping Teens
Richard Nelson & Judith Galas
Samaritans Hope
Recognize Signs of Distress
A Parent's Guide: To Prevent Suicide In Your Loved One
Tatiana Falcone
The Suicide Prevention Pocketbook Guide
Joy Hibbins
Support for Survivors of Suicide Loss
Compassionate resources and community for those navigating grief after losing a loved one to suicide.
After a Suicide
After a Suicide: A Practical and Personal Guide for Survivors
Alliance of Hope
Welcome to a place of healing & remembrance. If you have lost a loved one to suicide, you are not alone.
Grief After Suicide Blog
Connect with stories from those left behind.
SOLOS Spouse-Partner Loss Group
This is a suicide grief support group for spouses-partners who have been through loss of a significant other to suicide.
For Survivors of Attempted Suicide
You're not alone.
SAMHSA
After an Attempt: A Guide for Taking Care of Yourself After Treatment in an Emergency Department
Life through This
Live Through This is a series of portraits and true stories of suicide attempt survivors.
For Mental Health Professionals
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Stop a Suicide Today
A comprehensive website with a wealth of information for mental health professionals and others.
Current Status of Suicide-Focused Assessment and Treatment: An Online Resource for Clinicians
Douglas G. Jacobs, M.D., Marci Klein-Benheim, Ph.D.
Cognitive Therapy for Suicidal Patients: Scientific and Clinical Applications
Amy Wenzel, Gregory K. Brown, Aaron T. Beck
Helping the Suicidal Person: Tips and Techniques for Professionals
Stacey Freedenthal
Additional Information and Prevention Efforts
You're not alone. Help is one click away.
SAVE
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
We all have a role to play.
Together, we can save lives.