If you need to talk to someone
Hard days happen, and they don't have to be about school. These services are free, and people answer around the clock.
Right now
- Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US). You can also chat at 988lifeline.org.
- Text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line (US).
- Call 911 if you or someone else is in immediate danger.
If someone is hurting you or you don't feel safe at home
- Call Childhelp at 1-800-422-4453, the National Child Abuse Hotline.
- In Missouri, you can also call the Children's Division hotline at 1-800-392-3738. It is answered 24 hours a day.
- If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
These services are separate from this site. Your parent or guardian can read what you write to the tutor, so if you need to talk privately, call from a phone or device you trust.
Outside the US
findahelpline.com lists free services by country. Look for one that answers in your language.
People close to you
A parent, guardian, mentor, teacher, or another adult you trust can help you work out what comes next. You don't need the right words. “I'm not doing okay” is enough.