If you need someone right now
You don't have to hold this alone. These lines are free, confidential, and open 24 hours a day.
- Call or text 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- If someone is in immediate danger, call 911
The Goodyear Foundation can't provide emergency response.
For Someone I Love
Help me understand what they're going through
This isn't a diagnosis. It's a way to think through what they might need, so you can find resources that actually help.
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For Someone I Love
If you're worried about someone you care about and not sure how to help, you're not alone. Start by naming what they might be feeling, and we'll suggest a few simple resources you can read or share.
What feels closest to what your person might be going through?
You don't have to understand everything. Just pick what feels closest.
These suggestions are educational and supportive. They are not a replacement for medical or mental health care.
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Want to send this to someone? Here's a gentle message you can copy and share if you want.