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For Immediate Help

https://988lifeline.org provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. Call or text 988.

Crisis Text Line provides free 24/7 support via text. Text Help to 741741. They also have a website with additional information and resources https://www.crisistextline.org

The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers help 24/7 to domestic violence victims. You can call them at: 1-800-799-SAFE, TTY 1-800-787-3224, or text START to 88788.

https://mhanational.org/im-looking-mental-health-help-someone-else provides information on what to do if you have concerns about someone else.

Abuse and Trauma

https://ncadv.org/Project-Opal is a website that has resources for victims of domestic violence such as education on finances, safety planning, signs of abuse, and additional resources.

https://stoprelationshipabuse.org/help is a website that provides helpful information and resources for adults and teens related to relationship abuse, sexual assault, gender violence, and safety planning.

https://wscadv.org/resources/supporting-someone-experiencing-abuse is a guide to helping someone that is experiencing abuse.

https://myplanapp.org is a website/app for safety planning when you, or someone you care about, is experiencing abuse in their relationship.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers help 24/7 to domestic violence victims. You can call them at: 1-800-799-SAFE, TTY 1-800-787-3224, or text START to 88788.

https://safebae.org is a website that is student founded and led. They provide information on safe bystander intervention, dating and sexual violence, affirmative consent, and survivor care.

https://www.childhelp.org is a website where abuse can be reported, helplines for victims of abuse, and resources for parents, children, and teachers.

https://www.nationalcac.org is an informational website about child abuse response and prevention through service and education.

https://childhelphotline.org is a website that provides resources, training and support for child abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment.

https://cybercivilrights.org/about is a website that provides information & support to U.S.-based adults who are survivors of intimate image abuse.

https://www.cybersmile.org is a website that describes themselves as a nonprofit organization committed to digital wellbeing and tackling all forms of bullying and abuse online.

https://www.napsa-now.org is a website that provides information about protective services and reporting abuse for vulnerable adults.

https://www.rainn.org is a website with information, resources, and a confidential hotline for survivors of sexual assault.

https://www.stopitnow.org is a website that provides immediate help for adults to intervene to stop child sexual abuse, and information to prevent child sexual abuse from occurring. This site is also helpful for perpetrators/abusers.

https://1in6.org is a website that provides support for males who have been sexually abused.

Abuser Resources

https://www.thehotline.org/support-others/help-for-abusive-behaviors help for abusive partners.

https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/engaging-men/programs-for-men-who-use-violence information on batterer intervention programs.

https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/wp-content/uploads/Fathers-Workbook-FINAL.pdf a workbook for father’s that have harmed their families with violence.

https://www.stopitnow.org/help-guidance/online-help-center/worried-about-your-own-thoughts-and-behaviors resource for those worried about their own thoughts/behaviors.

Anger and Hate

https://www.stompoutbullying.org is a website that aims to reduce and prevent bullying.

https://www.lifeafterhate.org states “We are the first nonprofit in the U.S. dedicated to helping individuals disengage from violent far-right hate groups and hateful online spaces”.

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/anger-management.htm gives tools to help with anger and anger management.

https://mhanational.org/sites/default/files/Worksheet%20-%20Stopping%20Stupid%20Thoughts.pdf is a worksheet to help cope with negative and intrusive thoughts.

Depression and Sadness

https://www.livewell-foundation.org offers depression support groups for adults, teens, a seniors (60+), education on depression and symptoms, videos, articles, and additional resources.

https://psychhealthandsafety.org/asw is a printable workbook for depression.

https://d3mh72llnfrpe6.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/09211025/dwd_printversion.pdf is a printable depression workbook for teens.

https://www.dbsalliance.org is a website that provides support and resources for people with depression and bipolar disorder. This site also offers support and resources for family and friends.

https://headsupguys.org is a resource for men with depression and the people that want to support them.

https://www.nami.org/Home is a website that offers many resources, education, and information on mental illness.

https://www.postpartum.net and https://www.postpartumdepression.org are sites dedicated to helping women that are suffering with postpartum depression, and offers support related to postpartum life and complications.

https://www.mentalhealthishealth.us is a website that offers information and education related to mental well-being and aims to normalize conversation, create a connection to resources and inspire action on mental health.

https://philome.la/jace_harr/you-feel-like-shit-an-interactive-self-care-guide/index.html is an interactive self-care game/guide with grounding exercises for people struggling with feeling sad or anxious.

https://adaa.org is a resource for anxiety and depression. They promote prevention, treatment and support for anxiety, depression, stress, suicide, and co-occurring disorders.

https://mhanational.org/sites/default/files/Worksheet%20-%20Stopping%20Stupid%20Thoughts.pdf is a worksheet to help cope with negative and intrusive thoughts.

Divorce

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/How-to-Support-Children-after-Parents-Separate-or-Divorce.aspx article on how to support teens during divorce.

https://iamachildofdivorce.com is a site that offers articles and activities for children during divorce.

https://resources.hellodivorce.com/10-websites-for-divorce is an article with resources for those going through a divorce.

Eating Disorders

https://eatingdisordersanonymous.org is a website that offers online and live communities who support each other in their struggle to recover from eating disorders. (12 Step style)

https://anad.org is a website that offers help and support to people struggling with an eating disorder. They also offer resources for people wanting to offer support to those who are struggling.

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders.

https://www.recoveryrecord.com/patient_overview is an app that tracks progress for people with eating disorders by providing self-monitoring, goals, coping tactics, meal planning, rewards and affirmations, and connection.

https://recoverydharma.org Is a website that provides addiction recovery support through the practice of Buddhist teachings and meditations. They list both in-person and online meetings. They offer support is for any addictive behavior (substance use or process addictions like codependency, eating disorders, any obsessive or habitual pattern that creates suffering).

Employment/Workplace Issues

https://www.workplacesrespond.org is a website dedicated to making workplaces safe from harassment and intimidation.

https://www.careeronestop.org is a website that assists with finding jobs and career exploration. This site has special sections for veterans, ex-offenders, disaster recovery, and employment after a layoff.

https://www.empowerwork.org is a confidential and free number you can text specifically for work related issues like quitting, being fired, harassment, discrimination, burnout, and anxiety. Text HELLO to 510-674-1414. This site also has resources and articles related to employment issues.

https://www.hudexchange.info/housing-and-homeless-assistance is a directory to search for housing assistance. They also have a 24/7 hotline available specifically for homeless veterans.

https://jailstojobs.org is a program that helps previously incarcerated individuals find employment. They help research jobs, provide information on writing resume, and where to get free interview clothes and tattoo removal.

https://askjan.org provides information on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues.

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/jobcorps is a program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Financial Help

https://www.nefe.org The National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) champions effective financial education. They provide resources on financial literacy to help with financial decision-making.

https://upsolve.org/team offers an app that helps you get screened and file for bankruptcy. You can also consult with a lawyer for free.

https://www.modestneeds.org/index.asp provides short-term financial assistance to individuals and families in temporary crisis who are ineligible for conventional financial assistance.

https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org is a website that provides a national directory of homeless shelters, dental/medical clinics, rent assistance, relief organizations, women’s shelters, soup kitchens, food banks, etc., for people experiencing homelessness or housing/food insecurity.

https://www.getyourrefund.org/en is a website that offers free tax filing for families that make under $66,000 a year.

https://consumer.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/articles/pdf/pdf-0037-coping-with-debt.pdf is a printable booklet that provides information on how to cope with dept and dept relief services.

https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank is a searchable database of foodbanks.

https://www.usa.gov/help-with-bills provides information on programs to help pay for bills, find employment, food assistance, and answers questions related to programs like social security.

https://www.findhelp.org connects users to support in the form of financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, and other free or reduced-cost services.

Gender and Sexuality

https://www.thetrevorproject.org Provides education and resources, as well as crisis intervention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth, including a 24/7 hotline and text line. Text START to 678678. Call 866-488-7386. You can also start a computer chat from their site.

https://freemomhugs.org offers resources for LGBTQ+ community members, emergency assistance, legal name changes, and same sex marriage support.

https://itgetsbetter.org provides inspirational videos to communicate to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth around the world that it gets better.

https://www.lambdalegal.org provides information about legal rights for LGBTQIA people and their families on a national and state-by-state basis.

https://transequality.org has information and multi-level resources about transgender people and issues such as healthcare, homelessness, and civil rights.

https://nqttcn.com/en is a directory of Queer and Trans therapists of color, as well as a mental health fund for assisting Queer and Trans people of color pay for their treatment.

https://www.outcarehealth.org OutCare provides extensive information and education on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) healthcare. Connects to affirming healthcare providers.

https://pflag.org provides LGBTQ community and their loved ones with information, tools, resources, advocacy, education and support.

https://www.pointofpride.org offers an annual transgender surgery fund, a free chest binder donation program, a free trans femme shapewear Program, an electrolysis financial support program, and other community-building support initiatives for trans teens and adults.

https://www.sageusa.org SAGE works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBTQIA+ older people, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images of LGBTQIA+ life in later years.

https://thesafezoneproject.com The Save Zone Project is a free online resource for powerful, effective LGBTQ awareness and ally training workshops.

https://transcanwork.org/about-us provides job seeker resources to trans people looking for affirming employers.

https://liveanotherday.org/bipoc/lgbtq is a site that offers resources for Queer and Trans Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

Grief and Loss

https://carsonsvillage.org supports individuals who have suddenly lost a loved one. They assist with making burial arrangements, provide a timeline of events, resource library, live support, a family web page, and more.

http://www.glowinthewoods.com is a space for parents who have experienced a miscarriage or infertility issues to share and grieve their loss. Additional info for third parties to support friends who suffer a loss.

https://elunanetwork.org is a resource for children and families coping with grief and addiction. Includes lots of activities, resources, and educational information. There are also free camps for kids and teens affected by these issues.

https://resources.bestfriends.org/article/pet-loss-and-grief-resources is an article with multiple pet loss and grief resources.

https://www.rainbowsbridge.com/grief_support_center/grief_support_home.htm is a pet loss support center.

https://nacg.org The National Alliance of Grieving Children provides information on supporting children through grief, including a national database of grief support programs, camps, and community resources.

https://nelsonsjourney.org.uk/resources offers an interactive way to record memories, send gifts, and write thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Also offers pintables and tips on how to manage feelings associated with grief.

https://www.compassionatefriends.org provides support for family members who have lost a child at any age with resources, information on their private Facebook groups, and book recommendations. Offers local and virtual chapter meetings.

https://www.dougy.org offers information on grieving and ways to find local support groups, especially for children and teens and their families.

https://www.wendtcenter.org/about-grief provides information and resources for people who have experienced loss, terminal illness, abuse, or other trauma.

https://whatsyourgrief.com offers grief education, exploration, and expression in both practical and creative ways including brochures, webinars, a podcast, and booklets.

Insomnia and Sleep

https://www.brighamandwomens.org/initiatives/sleep-matters/sleep-resources resources, strategies, and tools for better sleep.

https://www.thensf.org National Sleep Foundation is an independent nonprofit, dedicated to improving overall health and well-being by advancing sleep health.

https://www.ohsu.edu/brain-institute/getting-good-nights-sleep-faq-and-resources is a website dedicated to helping folks get a good night’s sleep with FAQ and resources.

https://mysleepwell.ca/other-resources sleep and insomnia tools as well as resources and educational materials.

Kids and Families

https://www.understood.org is a non-profit dedicated to serving the millions of families of kids who learn and think differently by connecting the people who face these challenges, and those who champion them, to resources, expertise, and communities that bolster confidence.

https://www.copmi.net.au provides information to parents with mental illness, family and friends, professionals, and young people who have parents with mental illness on how to cope or help in this situation.

https://kidshealth.org is a website that offers dependable information on children’s health, behavior, and development from before birth through the teen years.

https://www.apa.org/res provides resources to parents and others to assist them in promoting conversations, strength, health, and well-being among youth of color.

https://www.girlshealth.gov is a health and wellbeing site for girls.

https://www.mhanational.org/time-talk-talking-your-parents is an article for kids and teens on how to talk to parents about their mental health concerns.

https://www.activeminds.org is a nonprofit organization with a mission to build stronger families and communities. Through education, research, advocacy, and a focus on young adults ages 14–25, Active Minds is opening-up the conversation about mental health.

https://www.apa.org/topics/parenting/index offers resources for parents in the form of articles advocacy, and education.

https://www.childcareaware.org offers state specific education and resources for those needing childcare.

https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubPDFs/safehaven.pdf information for parents in crisis about state-to-state infant safe haven laws that allow them to safely relinquish their babies when they can no longer care for them.

https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/health-wellness-and-safety-resources/helping-hands/divorce-and-children is an article for parents during the divorce process.

Legal

https://www.womenslaw.org is a website that offers plain language legal information including pressing changes and what to expect in court.

https://www.lawhelp.org provides basic information about legal rights, connect you with legal assistance, court forms, court information and more in your state.

https://cybercivilrights.org/about is a website that provides information & support to U.S.-based adults who are survivors of intimate image abuse.

https://www.kidsfirstiowa.org/additional-resources/resources-parents resource for separating/divorcing families.

Medical Help

https://www.usaging.org resources on aging well, elder justice resources, and caregiver support.

https://data.hrsa.gov is a database where the user can search for healthcare for those that are economically or medically vulnerable.

https://www.webpoisoncontrol.org The Poison Control website tells you what to do if you swallow, splash, or get stung by something that might be harmful.

https://www.healthcare.gov is a healthcare marketplace where you can find health insurance coverage.

https://www.alz.org Alzheimer’s Association is a website that offers resources, support, and education for those effected by Alzheimer’s or any type of dementia.

https://www.cancer.org American Cancer Society offers education, low-cost resources, and support to people with cancer and their loved ones.

https://diabetes.org/diabetes provides education, information, and support to those effected by diabetes.

https://www.joinwana.com is an app used to foster community, hope, and healing for people with chronic illness and invisible conditions.

https://www.ihs.gov/findhealthcare is a searchable database of Indian Health Service, Tribal or Urban Indian Health Program facilities through The Federal Health Program for American Indians and Alaska Natives.

https://www.caregiveraction.org Provides education, peer support, and resources to people who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or old age.

Miscellaneous

https://openpathcollective.org is a nonprofit organization that allows therapists to provide affordable, in-office and online psychotherapy sessions between $40 and $70 ($30 for student intern sessions).

The National Human Trafficking Hotline offers support and a way to report known or suspected trafficking. Call 1-888-373-7888, or text 233733.

https://www.redcross.org American Red Cross can provide disaster relief and teach emergency preparedness.

https://www.1800runaway.org is a 24/7 hotline available to listen and offer confidential, non-directive and non-judgmental support. They provide runaway and homeless youth support and help locating social services through online resources, including a hotline, text line, and forum. Call 1-800-RUNAWAY.

https://www.helpguide.org is a website that provides evidenced-based resources to understand and navigate mental health challenges. The site states that their mission is to empower people with the information and insight they need to improve their mental health and make healthy changes.

https://source.autism-society.org/autismsource is a database where you can search for autism resources.

https://iocdf.org the International OCD Foundation connects individuals affected by OCD and related disorders to support, information, education opportunities, and resources.

https://autisticadvocacy.org offers resources, education, and disability rights related to autism.

https://clutterersanonymous.org is a 12-step program for clutterers. This site offers support through education and meetings.

http://www.hearingvoicesusa.org provides help and support to those that hear voices, see visions, or other perception experiences. You can also search for local groups.

https://habitica.com/static/home is a free habit building and productivity tracking app. The app plays like a game with built in rewards to keep you motivated.

https://ggia.berkeley.edu is a resource dedicated to the practices for mindfulness, self-compassion, forgiveness, parenting, happiness, gratitude, stress relief, and more. The site provides clickable tasks with detailed information on how and why you should complete them to gain a better mental wellbeing.

https://healthyselfesteem.org offers lessons, activities, and up to date research on how to understand and boost self-esteem.

https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Self-Esteem provides a workbook and individual worksheets on self-esteem.

https://resolve.org provides access to support groups for those struggling with infertility as well as for friends and family members. They also offer, support & community, education, and awareness of all family building options.

https://www.therapyforlatinx.com Provides a directory for the Latinx community to find culturally attuned and inclusive therapists.

https://mannmukti.org MannMukti’s mission is to encourage healthy, open dialogue of South Asian mental health issues in an effort to remove stigma, improve awareness, and promote self-care.

https://www.wernative.org provides comprehensive health resources and information for Native youth, by Native youth. Includes information about culture, environment, mental health, physical health, relationships, life tips, spirituality, wellness, and activism.

https://www.makeuseof.com/digital-libraries-download-ebooks-free is a list of free digital libraries.

https://readingpartners.org/blog/library-resources is an article that lists free resources that are available through the library.

https://penzu.com is a password protected online journal, also available as an app.

Military

https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/programs provides support and various programs for post 9/11 veterans, including mental and physical health, VA benefits, and personal independence.

https://www.militaryonesource.mil is a resource for current military or up to one year post separation/retirement that offers community resources via the website and hotline that serves all of Department of Defense, Active-Duty Military, National Guard, and Reserve personnel and their direct family members.

https://giveanhour.org provides free counseling services for those that have served in the U.S. Military for any length of time, with any branch, and any active, reserve or discharge status. Resources and education related to mental health are also available on this site.

https://militaryhelpline.org is a helpline for all military-connected community members. It is free, confidential, and available by phone, 24/7. The line is answered by a Crisis Intervention Specialist who has a strong understanding of the serious and specific issues that can impact service members, veterans and their families. Call (888) 457-4838.

https://www.objectivezero.org is an app that connects U.S. military veterans, current service members, and their families to peer support via voice, video, and text. Users also get free access to military and veteran-centric resources and wellness activities, including meditation and yoga content.

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/appvid/mobile/index.asp is a website/app that provides information and tools for people that have been diagnosed with PTSD.

https://www.health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Centers-of-Excellence/Psychological-Health-Center-of-Excellence/Real-Warriors-Campaign/Articles/Domestic-Violence-Resources-for-Military-Partners domestic violence resource for military partner.

Self-Harm

http://www.selfinjury.bctr.cornell.edu/perch/resources/parenting-2.pdf is a research-based article for parents who discover that their child, or a child they care about, is self-harming.

https://calmharm.co.uk/ is an app that helps to manage self-harm urges and track progress.

http://www.selfinjury.bctr.cornell.edu/documents/distraction-tech-and-alts.pdf is a pdf that provides distraction techniques and coping skills for those that struggle with self-harm urges.

https://recoverydharma.org Is a website that provides addiction recovery support through the practice of Buddhist teachings and meditations. They list both in-person and online meetings. They offer support is for any addictive behavior (substance use or process addictions like codependency, eating disorders, cutting, or any obsessive or habitual pattern that creates suffering).

Sexual Health and Relationships

https://www.scarleteen.com is a website that offers comprehensive information for teens on sex, relationships, sexual health, and gender identity.

https://hr.uky.edu/sites/www.uky.edu.hr/files/wellness/images/Conf14_Boundaries.pdf how to create healthy boundaries pdf.

https://www.mcgill.ca/counselling/files/counselling/surviving_a_break-up_-_20_strategies_0.pdf is a pdf that provides information on how to cope with a breakup.

https://www.loveisrespect.org education, support, and resources for young people to prevent and end abusive relationships.

https://sexetc.org has comprehensive sex ed information including topics such as sex, relationships, pregnancy, STIs, birth control, sexual orientation, and a state-by-state guide on teens’ rights to information.

https://www.plannedparenthood.org provides reproductive health care, sex education, and information to women, men, and young people.

https://saa-recovery.org sex addicts anonymous is a 12-step program for those struggling with a sex addiction. The site offers information about sex addiction and where to find meetings.

https://www.pornaddictsanonymous.org provides an anonymous, virtual 12-Step program for those seeking recovery from an addiction to pornography.

Stress and Anxiety

https://www.calm.com/breathe will lead you through a breathing exercise.

https://www.parentshelpingparents.org/stressline is a toll-free, confidential helpline for parents who need to discuss issues related to their children. Call 1-800-632-8188.

https://www.pixelthoughts.co is a 60 second meditation tool that helps clear your thoughts.

https://acquia-prod.oswego.edu/counseling-services/sites/acquia-prod.oswego.edu.counseling-services/files/ten_ways_to_untwist_your_thinking.pdf 10 ways to untwist your thinking PDF.

https://adaa.org is a resource for anxiety and depression. They promote prevention, treatment and support for anxiety, depression, stress, suicide, and co-occurring disorders.

https://www.nami.org/Home is a website that offers many resources, education, and information on mental illness.

https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Anxiety offers information and worksheets specifically for anxiety.

Substance Use

https://www.becomeanex.org is a site that offers tools to help quit smoking or vaping.

https://truthinitiative.org/thisisquitting is a program to help teens and young people quit vaping.

https://al-anon.org and https://www.nar-anon.org are websites that offers information and support to family and friends of persons who struggle with alcohol or drug use. (12-step)

https://www.aa.org is a website that provides information in AA meetings, educational literature, self-assessments, and resources on living a sober lifestyle. https://aa-intergroup.org provides information for online only meetings. (12-step)

https://www.na.org is a website that provides information of narcotics anonymous meetings and educational information. https://www.na.org/meetingsearch is searchable site for meetings. (12-step)

https://www.intherooms.com/home is a website that helps those seeking help with substance abuse. They have both live chat and a hotline. Additionally, they list online support communities for those in recovery; 12 step, non-12 Step, wellness, and mental health modalities.

https://www.justthinktwice.gov/drugs is a searchable database that provides drug facts and educational resources on drug abuse. They also address common myths, and share advice and stories about drugs abuse.

https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/parents-educators is a website that offers science-based information for parents, teens, and educators about drug use, health, and the developing brain.

Never Use Alone is a toll-free number to call for those who seek to use drugs alone. The hotline will ask for the caller’s exact location and send emergency support if the caller is unresponsive after using drugs. The number is 800-484-3731.

Never Use Alone also has a number to call for people who are struggling with a substance use disorder, and just need someone to talk to that has been there, and understands. All operators have lived experience with SUD but are not mental health professionals. You can call Mandy’s Line at 800-943-0540.

https://drugfree.org is a website that provides information and support for families struggling with their child’s substance abuse.

https://findtreatment.gov is an online directory to search for nearby mental health services including substance use counseling.

https://recoverydharma.org Is a website that provides addiction recovery support through the practice of Buddhist teachings and meditations. They list both in-person and online meetings. They offer support is for any addictive behavior (substance use or process addictions like codependency, eating disorders, cutting any obsessive or habitual pattern that creates suffering).

Suicide

https://suicidology.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/SOS_handbook.pdf is a printable handbook for those that have lost a loved one to suicide.

https://afsp.org is a website dedicated to suicide prevention though education and advocacy. This site has many resources including ways to get help if you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, support groups, and real stories from people with lived experiences.

https://www.mysafetyplan.org is a site that will guide users through making a safety plan, there is also a printable option for a blank plan.

https://jedfoundation.org is a website that promotes suicide prevention by teaching teens and young adults the skills and support to grow into healthy adults.

https://www.suicideispreventable.org is a website that shows the user what the signs of suicide can look like and also what to say if you think someone may be experiencing suicidal thoughts.

https://nowmattersnow.org/skills is a website that offers support when the user is experiencing suicidal thoughts. There are videos with personal stories and skill teaching.

https://www.internetmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Internet-Matters-Guide-to-reporting-self-harm-on-social-platftoms-2018-1.pdf is a pdf that describes in detail how to report suicide and self-harm content on social media platforms.

https://save.org is a website that focuses on public awareness, suicide education, training and consulting, grief support, products & resources, and research and innovation related to suicide prevention.

https://suicidology.org/resources/suicide-loss-survivors is a resource for suicide loss survivors with information, handbooks, and factsheets.