If this is a medical emergency
Call 911 right now.
Overdose, suicide attempt, severe withdrawal, chest pain, unresponsive — these are 911 situations. Don't wait. Don't Google.
Call 911If you're scared but not in immediate danger
Talking to someone who is trained for this helps. The lines below are free, confidential, and answer 24/7. They don't put you on hold for an hour. They don't send police unless you ask.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
For thoughts of suicide, self-harm, or any emotional crisis. Call or text.
Call or Text 988SAMHSA National Helpline
For substance use, addiction, and mental health. Free referrals to local treatment.
1-800-662-4357Witnessing an overdose?
- Call 911. Most states have Good Samaritan laws — you won't be arrested for calling.
- Give naloxone (Narcan) if you have it. Spray in one nostril. Wait 2–3 minutes. Repeat in the other if no response.
- Roll them onto their side (recovery position) so they don't choke if they vomit.
- Stay with them until paramedics arrive. Naloxone wears off; they can stop breathing again.
Naloxone is available without a prescription at most U.S. pharmacies. Many states distribute it free through health departments.
Other lines that help
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741. For any crisis.
- Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
- Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth): 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678.
- Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788.
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673.
When you're ready to plan next steps
The hotlines above are for right now. When the immediate fear has passed and you're thinking about treatment, we can help you figure out what kind of program fits and whether your insurance will cover it. There's no pressure and nothing to sign.
RecoveryPath is a directory and referral service, not a crisis line. The hotlines above are operated by national organizations and are not affiliated with RecoveryPath.