The national suicide prevention hotline (call or text 988) is open 24/7 and allows you to contact crisis counselors for emotional support and other services via web chat or call.
Crisis Text LineThe Crisis Text line allows you to text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds.
Montgomery County Crisis Hotline
Call 240-777-4000 - 24 hours/7 days/week to access Crisis services through: Montgomery County Crisis Center 1301 Piccard Drive Rockville, Maryland 20850. They offer Mobile Crisis Teams, Critical Incident Stress Management, and Residential Crisis Services.
The CDC has complied a list of ways to help cope with stress. These include: taking breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, taking care of yourself, talking to others and much more.
Trevor Lifeline For LGBTQ YouthThe Trevor Project has many resources for LGBTQ youth facing challenges. These include a hotline to text (678-678), to call (1-866-488-7386) and online chat
The SAMHSA National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
Substance Abuse PreventionYouth.gov provides a summary on effective care programs, early intervention, and many more resources to inform on and prevent substance abuse.
