When to Seek Professional Help Immediately. Some behaviors may indicate an emergency is happening or that a person is in crisis. If you observe the following behaviors, you should immediately connect the person with professional help, such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, emergency medical services, or a mental health professional.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 or visit https://988lifeline.org/The Lifeline is a 24-hour toll-free phone line for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. An online chat option is also available.
The Trevor Project is here for you, day or night.
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. We provide information & support to LGBTQ+ young people 24/7, all year round.
We believe LGBTQ+ young people deserve a welcoming, loving world. And we wake up every day dedicated to making that a reality.
One accepting adult decreases the risk of suicide by 40% for LGBTQ+ young people. We provide LGBTQ+ youth with 24/7 crisis counseling via phone, text, and chat.
What leads to suicide?
There’s no single cause for suicide. Suicide most often occurs when stressors and health issues converge to create an experience of hopelessness and despair. Depression is the most common condition associated with suicide, and it is often undiagnosed or untreated.
Conditions like depression, anxiety, and substance problems, especially when unaddressed, increase risk for suicide. Yet it’s important to note that most people who actively manage their mental health conditions go on to engage in life.
Understand the Suicide Crisis
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