English phrases
Urgent help
I need urgent help.
Self-harm risk
I may hurt myself.
Call emergency services
Can you help me call emergency services?
Mental-health support
I need mental-health support.
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Mental-health support in United States
Free crisis and emotional-support options for people in the United States.
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If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Thrive & Rise is not an emergency service. This page is here to help you find trusted support quickly.
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If you are looking for mental-health support in United States, start with the emergency guidance if anyone may be in immediate danger. For non-emergency emotional or crisis support, this page lists support options such as 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and keeps source links visible so details can be checked.
Emergency number: 911
First support route: Call or text 988
Use the source links before sharing, because support details can change.
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Spanish phrases
Urgent help
Necesito ayuda urgente.
Self-harm risk
Podría hacerme daño.
Call emergency services
¿Puede ayudarme a llamar a emergencias?
Mental-health support
Necesito apoyo de salud mental.
These phrases are a simple translation aid, not a professional medical translation. If there is immediate danger, use the emergency number on this page.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free crisis support across the United States and its territories.
Call or text 988988 Lifeline chat
Online support from the 988 Lifeline.
Chat online988 Lifeline Spanish support
Spanish-language support information.
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Mental-health support in United States
What emergency number should I use in United States? +
If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Where can I find mental-health support in United States? +
For non-emergency support in United States, start with the support options listed on this page. A first route to try is 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988.
Is Thrive & Rise an emergency service in United States? +
No. Thrive & Rise is a signposting platform, not an emergency service, crisis line, medical provider or replacement for professional care. If someone may be in immediate danger, use the emergency number for United States first.
What if I do not understand English? +
Use your browser translate option, show the language-support phrases on this page to someone nearby, or ask a trusted person to help you contact local support. The translated phrases are a simple aid, not professional medical translation.