Mental Health Resources

• 988 Suicide + Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free, confidential emotional support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours, 7 days a week.

• Crisis Text Line In the United States, text HOME to 741741, to connect with a volunteer crisis counselor 24 hours, 7 days a week.

• The Trevor Project is a 24 hour hotline for trained counselors and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth. Call TrevorLifeline: 866-488-7386, Text: START to 678678. 

• National Domestic Violence Hotline is a 24 hour hotline for domestic and dating abuse, of any type.  Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 887887. 

•  Born This Way Foundation's Resources For Support visit for links to dozens of specific organizations to find support in mental health crisis. 

• Be There Certificate: Created by Jack.org in partnership with Born This Way Foundation the Be There Certificate is a free, digital, self-paced learning experience designed to increase mental health literacy and provide youth with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to safely support anyone who may be struggling with their mental health. 

• SAMHSA The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts. Visit to learn more about resources and action steps to help students with their mental health. 

• AACAP The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry works to promote healthy development of children, adolescents, and families through advocacy, education, and research and to meet the professional needs of children and adolescent psychiatrists throughout their careers. Click the link to find mental health information for families and children.

• NAMI The National Alliance on Mental Illness strives to ensure people receive mental health help early. Find essential information and resources intended to help young people get the mental health support they deserve. 

• NIMH The National Institute on Mental Health is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. Visit the link to find shareable digital files to spread awareness and education on adolescent mental health. 

References

• Cobb CL: Editorial Perspective: Reducing mental health disparities among underserved youth: using technology to equip parents as agents of change. J Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 2022.

• Protecting Youth Mental Health: The U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory. 2021.