Resources
In order to help you find support in your area, we have compiled a list of local programs and agencies from our partners around the world. This is not a comprehensive list of all programs and services in your area, but a good place to start if you or someone that you know needs help from a trusted resource. For programs and services in your country that are not listed here, we recommend you visit www.befrienders.org.
For information about 13 Reasons Why in your language go to: 13reasonswhy.info/
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Australia
Youth mental health
Office of the eSafety Commissioner
Online safety information for parents and youth
Information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health
Hotline: 1300 22 4636
eheadspace online and telephone service supports young people and their families going through a tough time.
Phone support: 1800 650 890
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
Hotline: 1800 55 1800
Germany
Telefonberatung, Chatberatung, Face-to Face Beratung
Hotline Number: 0800 - 111 0 111
Deutscher Kindesschutzbund Bundesverband e.V.
Telefonberatung, Emailberatung
Hotline Number: 116 111
Online Beratung (durch geschulte Gleichaltrige)
Online Beratung (durch geschulte Gleichaltrige)
Chatberatung, Telefonische Beratung
Hungary
Crisis hotline for youth, linkage to resources
Hotline Number: 116-111
Crisis hotline for youth
Hotline Number: 137-00
Magyar Lelki Elsősegély Telefonszolgálatok Szövetsége (LESZ)
Coalition of psychological support organizations
Hotline Number: 116-123
Crisis chat and hotline for for LGBTQ
Hotline Number: 137-37
Hotline and services for victims of abuse
Hotline Number: 06-80-505-101
Hotline and services for victims of sexual violence
Hotline Number: 06-30-982-5469
Hotline, counseling diversion programs for youth with substance abuse
Hotline Number: 13-770
Ireland
Crisis support by telephone (24/7/365) and UK and Republic of Ireland
Hotline Number: 116 123 (UK or ROI)
Crisis Support service for children
Phone Number: 1800 66 66 66
Crisis support service
Phone Number: 1800 80 48 48
Online youth mental health service
List of helplines and support services in Ireland
National Centre for Youth Mental Health in Ireland
Ireland’s youth information website created by young people, for young people
www.suicidesupportandinformation.ie
Website providing evidence based information on bereavement following suicide and responding to people at risk of suicide
Ireland’s national media monitoring programme, working to promote responsible and accurate coverage of mental health and suicide related issues within the Irish media
National Suicide Research Foundation
Independent, multi-disciplinary research unit that investigates the causes of suicide and self-harm in Ireland
The Department of Education and Skills
Guidelines for mental health promotion in Primary and Post-Primary schools
United Kingdom
Crisis support by telephone (24/7/365) and UK and Republic of Ireland
Hotline Number: 116 123 (UK or ROI)
United States
The Cyberbullying Research Center
The Cyberbullying Research Center provides a wealth of resources to promote the positive use of technology by youth and young adults. Here you will find up-to-date statistics, presentations, videos, classroom activities, downloadable handouts, current events, victim stories, assessments, and so much more.
National Association of School Psychologists
School mental health and safety resources; crisis consultation for school districts; school crisis team training
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
24/7 crisis counseling by phone or web chat
Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK(8255)
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TrevorLifeline — A crisis intervention and suicide prevention phone service available 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386
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TrevorText — Text “Trevor” to 1-202-304-1200. Available Monday through Friday between 3pm–10pm EST / Noon-7pm PT
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TrevorChat — Available via The Trevor Project's website 7 Days A Week between 3pm–10pm ET / Noon-7pm PT.
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TrevorSpace — An online international peer-to-peer community for LGBTQ young people and their friends.
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Trevor Support Center — Where LGBTQ youth and allies can find answers to FAQs and explore resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity and more.
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
A nonprofit that supports families, like yours, struggling with their son or daughter's substance use.
Support line: 1-855-378-4373, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm ET
Peer Advocate Line: 1-866-331-9474.
National Council for Suicide Prevention
The National Council for Suicide Prevention is a national coalition of seven leading nonprofits working to end suicide in the United States.
The Jed Foundation (JED) empowers teens and young adults with the skills and support to grow into healthy, thriving adults.
We are dedicated to the prevention of youth suicide through educational and awareness programs.
American Association of Suicidology
Promotes understanding and prevention of suicide and support those who have been affected by it.
Mental Health First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid
An 8-hour course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.