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Mental Health Resources

No one has to struggle alone — use these mental health resources to get connected with the help you or a loved one needs. If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or call 911 in case of emergency.

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General — Services

National Council for Mental Wellbeing 
The Find a Provider tool on the National Council’s website helps you find mental health and substance use care in your area. 

988 Lifeline  
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline connects people who are in a suicidal crisis or emotional distress with trained crisis counselors. The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7 across the United States. 

FindTreatment.gov 
FindTreatment.gov is a confidential resource for people in need of treatment for mental and substance use disorders. 

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration 
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the government agency that works to advance mental wellbeing in the U.S. It does this through projects that promote mental health, prevent substance use and provide care to foster recovery. Use their “Find Support” tool to learn about providers and support groups across the country. 

National Domestic Violence Hotline 
The National Domestic Violence Hotline gives confidential, caring support to all people who are impacted by domestic violence. This free service is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.  

National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Groups 
The National Alliance on Mental Illness  has a range of peer-led support groups where you can share your experiences and get support from others.  

Anxiety and Depression Society of America Peer-to-Peer Communities 
Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others. 

General — Informational

National Institute of Mental Health 
The National Institute of Mental Health is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. 

National Institute on Drug Abuse 
The National Institute on Drug Abuse is the lead federal agency for research on substance use. 

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism 
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism is the lead federal agency for research on alcohol use. 

World Health Organization — Mental Health 
The World Health Organization website is full of mental health-related fact sheets, databases, tools and more. 

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 
Through research, training and action, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention works to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. 

Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network 
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network is the largest organization against sexual violence in the US. RAINN runs the National Sexual Assault Hotline and a range of programs to help survivors and bring perpetrators to justice. 

Resources in Spanish

FindTreatment.gov is a confidential resource for people in need of treatment for mental and substance use disorders. 

Military, Veterans and Their Families

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the government agency that works to advance mental wellbeing in the U.S. It does this through projects that promote mental health, prevent substance use and provide care to foster recovery. Use their “Find Support” tool to learn about providers and support groups across the country.

Public Safety

The National Domestic Violence Hotline gives confidential, caring support to all people who are impacted by domestic violence. This free service is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Higher Education

The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a range of peer-led support groups where you can share your experiences and get support from others.

Corrections

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Fire/EMS

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Older Adults

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Tribal Communities and Indigenous Peoples

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Rural Communities

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Youth

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Teens

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Workplace

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Depression and Suicidal Intentions

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Nonsuicidal Self-injury

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Anxiety Disorders

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Psychosis and Psychotic Disorders

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Substance Use Disorders

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Eating Disorders

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Help Lines

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.

Support Groups

Through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you can join free, peer-to-peer communities for people facing mental health challenges. In these online groups, you can share your story and connect with others.