Crisis Support

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-8255


Crisis Text Line

Text NAMI to 741-741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor to receive free, 24/7 crisis support via text message.


NAMI HelpLine

Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) M–F, 7 a.m.–3 p.m. PT for free mental health info, referrals and support.


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Facts About LBGTQ+ Community Members and Mental Health

Transgender adults are nearly 12 times more likely to attempt suicide than the general population

37.4% of lesbian, gay or bisexual U.S. adults with mental illness received treatment in 2018, compared to the national average of 43.3%

Lesbian, gay and bisexual youth are 4x more likely to attempt suicide than straight youth


Support for the LBGTQ+ Community

What You Can Do to Support LGBTQ+ Loved Ones


Community Voices

Reflections on Pride Month and Fighting for a Better World: Post by NAMI CA Chief Operating Officer Steven Kite

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