If you are experiencing distress, having intense feelings of sadness, anxiety, or depression, and thinking of harming yourself or other people, please consider reaching out for help. You may contact any of these hotlines:

• 911
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline at 800-985-5990
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255
• Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741

If someone you care about has reached out to you about having thoughts of self-harm or suicide, you are encourage to use the five steps of Mental Health First Aid:

• Assess for risk of suicide or harm
• Listen without judgment
• Give reassurance and information
• Encourage appropriate professional help
• Encourage self-help and other support strategies

For more guidance, go to: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention