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Call or text 988 – 24/7, free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress, from anywhere in the U.S.
Call or text (877) 870‑4673 – 24/7 emotional support for anyone feeling sad, lonely, or overwhelmed.
Access behavioral health emergency services and crisis programs for adults.
Call (877) 785‑2020 – Massachusetts’ 24/7 statewide domestic and dating‑violence hotline.
A confidential, 24/7 telephone support line for parents and caregivers who are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unsure how to handle their child’s behavior.
Call 1‑800‑786‑2929 or text 66008 - 24/7 for confidential support if you’re thinking about running away, have run away, or are a parent worried about a child who has left home.
Available 24/7 to connect you to mental health care. (833) 773-2445: Call, text, or chat and a licensed professional will answer, assess your situation, and connect you directly to the help you need—all for free.
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Mental health: What’s normal, what’s not – Mayo Clinic
Simple overview of common feelings, when to be concerned, and how to talk to a provider.
Caring for your mental health – NIMH
Practical tips on sleep, routine, stress, and habits that support mood and recovery.
Mental Illness fact sheets – NIMH
Short, condition‑specific guides on depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and more.
Help for Mental Illnesses – NIMH
How to choose a provider, what to expect in treatment, and where to get urgent help.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health – NIMH
Overview of common issues in kids and teens, plus warning signs and treatment basics.
Children and Mental Health: Is This Just a Stage? – NIMH
Signs that behaviors may be more than “just a phase” and how treatment can help.
About Children’s Mental Health – CDC
Short, parent‑friendly explanation of healthy development and how to support it.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (for youth)
24/7 help line you or your teen can use when feeling overwhelmed or unsafe.