Mental Health Crisis Resources

A mental health crisis occurs when a person’s ability to navigate daily responsibilities becomes limited due to their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors. The symptoms become so intense that a person cannot function and may be at risk of harming themselves or others. In an immediate mental health crisis, it is imperative to receive emergency mental health stability support.

If you are thinking of hurting yourself or another person, call 988 immediately. This process puts someone on the phone with you for immediate support. Do not wait to call.

Crisis Resources to Utilize

If you are not experiencing a mental health emergency right now, but you need support, utilize any of these mental health crisis resources:

Mental Health Hope

At Mental Health Hope, we provide comprehensive support to those in need immediately. We connect you with mental health care, including inpatient mental health support. If you are looking for support for inpatient treatment or our mental health retreats, we can provide you with guidance.

At Mental Health Hope, powered by LifeSync, we provide a free, confidential assessment. There is no cost, no obligation to accept help, and no reporting of your call to anyone else. You will speak to an Admissions Specialist for a confidential assessment over the phone.

This provides you with clear insight into your options. We will provide you with insight into:

• The benefits of inpatient, immediate, and acute care for emergency situations
• Guidance on the availability of residential treatment programs
• Insight into the available mental health retreats available to you
• Mental health hospital alternatives and alternatives to hospital psych wards

These are some of the available treatment options. They may not be right for you if you are facing a crisis situation. We encourage you to call 988 for immediate help if you are experiencing psychosis, suicidal thoughts, or are unable to maintain your well-being.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

The SAMHSA provides hands-on support for the mental health needs of all types. You can use their services in several ways:

• Use FineTreatment.gov for access to mental health and substance use disorder support.
• Call 988 immediately. You can call or text 988 for immediate help. When you call, you will speak to someone who can help you get care and get to safety.
• Call 1-800-958-5990. This is a disaster distress helpline. You can call it for 24/7 emotional distress related to a disaster.
• 1-800-662-HELP: A free, confidential resource, this national helpline can provide you with information and a referral for care.

How to Know If Your Loved One Needs Crisis Resources

A mental health crisis is an emergency. It is similar to experiencing a life-threatening physical condition. By providing fast, immediate help, you may protect a person’s life. You can identify a mental health crisis by looking for these signs.

Common behaviors of a person in crisis include:

• Drug or alcohol use, increasing in frequency, amount, or type
• Rapid mood swings, from being “okay” to being deeply depressed
• Dramatic changes in personality, mood, or behavior
• Increased agitation, abusive or violent behavior
• Self-harm or self-medicating to make it through the day
• Inability to perform daily tasks, including getting out of bed, bathing, or brushing your teeth
• Thoughts or talk of suicide
• Increased agitation, abusive, or violent behavior

If you do not feel comfortable leaving a person alone, don’t. You can call 988 for guidance on what steps may be available.

We also encourage you to contact Mental Health Hope. We can provide caregivers and family members with insight into what their options are. We can also help you determine if your loved one needs immediate assistance and care. If you feel they are at risk, let us help.

Critical Situations That Can Trigger a Crisis

Not every mental health crisis starts with an event or cause. It is very common for people to experience the onset or worsening of mental health disorder symptoms without any cause.

If your loved one or you experienced any of the following stressors, you may be more at risk for a mental health crisis:

• Relationships changes
• Loss of a loved one
• Drug and alcohol use
• Job loss
• Academic challenges
• Trauma
• Exposure to violence
• Changing mental health treatment
• No longer getting mental health treatment

Get Mental Health Crisis Help Now

Anyone facing a mental health crisis deserves support immediately. Call Mental Health Hope for help right away. Our team offers compassionate, trusted resources you can rely on today.

If you are facing a mental health crisis right now, call 988 now. Or reach out to Mental Health Hope for immediate support.