RESOURCES

What ACTUALLY Happens When You Call/Text a Suicide or Crisis Hotline

YouTube video from person who is both crisis call counselor and service user.

Related lessons in the Akin Family Program

Suicide risk and prevention
Learn how to talk about suicide and ways to keep your loved one safe.

Related resources

Helping your loved one who is suicidal
SAMHSA • Online guide
A guide for family and friends looking to help their loved one who is suicidal
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BeThe1To.com
• External resource
Straightforward guidelines and steps to support a person who may be suicidal.
Read more
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
• 3rd-party resource
Learn about 988 and when/how to use crisis calls.
Read more