Safety and help

You matter. Help is here right now.

If you are thinking about ending your life or harming yourself, please talk to someone now. You do not have to go through this alone.

  • United States: call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
  • United Kingdom and Ireland: call Samaritans free on 116 123
  • Anywhere else: findahelpline.com lists free, confidential helplines in your country
  • If you are in immediate danger, call your local emergency number (999 in the UK, 911 in the US, 112 in Europe)

Reporting a post

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