If you are in an immediate suicidal crisis situation and need to contact someone, go to one the resources listed here right now, find the nearest helpline, and ask for help. Don't stop to think about it, just do it now.
Suicide Hotlines for US, Canada and International
From the About Depression Guide, a comprehensive listing of crisis lines in the United States, Canada and some other countries, reprinted with permission from a list that is no longer online at the original site, making this a very valuable resource.
Crisis Centres in Canada
These are listed by province; both an image map and text links are provided.
Befrienders WorldWide
The Befrienders Worldwide site, now maintained by Samaritans, has member centres in literally dozens of countries.
Suicide Hotlines
Lists of suicide hotlines for each of the states. It is frustrating to have to scroll down a long way to get to the state links, but KEEP SCROLLING. Suggestion: When you get to your state's page, search for your area code.
The Samaritans - UK
A support group available around the clock for those in emotional crisis or suicidal. They are based in the U.K. and have local branches in literally dozens of towns in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
If you have lost a loved one to suicide:
Survivors Support Groups
From the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Select your state from the drop-down box in the middle.
Support Groups
From the American Institute of Suicidology.
