What is Lifeline Crisis Chat?

Lifeline Crisis Chat is a service of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in partnersip with CONTACT USA. It is the first service of its kind where crisis centers across the United States have joined together to form one national chat network that can provide online emotional support, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention services. The chat specialists are here to listen and support you through whatever difficult times you may be facing.

Lifeline Crisis Chat is available in the United States and its territories. If you are visiting from outside the US, please check out Unsuicide for a list of online options for help around the world. You are also welcome to visit our library, screening tools, and resources, no matter where you live.

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