988 LIFELINE

TALK IT OUT.

TEXT IT OUT.

Real Support for Real Life. 988 Lifeline.

Life moves fast, and sometimes the noise in your head gets too loud to ignore.

Whether it’s chaos at home, feeling invisible, or a weight you just can’t shake—you don’t have to carry it alone. The 988 Lifeline is your three-digit bridge to a much brighter day.

It’s free, it’s private, and it’s open 24/7. No judgment, no lectures - just a place to land when you need to work it out.

You choose how to connect.

We get it - sometimes talking on the phone is a lot. That’s why the 988 Lifeline is more than just a call.

  • Text 988: Direct and private. Text it out whenever you need.

  • Call 988: A real person, a real voice, ready to listen.

  • Chat Online: Connect through 988lifeline.org.

Turn Down the Noise. Tune into Hope.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

No scripts, no judgment, just support. If life feels like too much, 988 is your place to land. Call or text to connect with a real person who can help you navigate the noise and find a path forward. A service of Georgia DBHDD.

  • Yes. 988 is for everyone, regardless of age, gender, race, or sexual orientation. It is a free, confidential service available 24/7/365 for anyone in any kind of emotional distress.

  • 988 is confidential. Counselors don't report your call to your parents or school. It’s a safe space for you to be honest.

  • Yes. You can text 988 or use the online chat feature at 988lifeline.org/chat 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • A brief automated survey starts things off so we can get you to the right person, but after that, you are texting with a real, live human being.

  • Nope. You don’t have to be at a breaking point. If you’re stressed, lonely, or just need to "work it out," you can reach out. No problem is too small.

  • No. It’s for anything heavy—breakups, identity stuff, school pressure, substance use, or just feeling "hapless." If it's a weight on you, we can help move it through the funnel.

  • The goal is to support you, not scare you. 988 is about de-escalation. Counselors work with you to find a safe way forward, and involving emergency services is a very rare last resort.

  • Absolutely. If your friend is "posting concerning messages" or acting different, you can call 988 to get advice on how to help them without making things weird.

  • Never. Counselors are trained to be a "judgment-free" zone. They are there to listen, not to tell you you're wrong or "lecture on the value of life."

  • Most people are connected to a counselor within seconds or a couple of minutes. You can stay on as long as you need to feel safe.

  • You don’t need a script. You can literally start with "I don't know what to say, I just feel bad." The counselor will help you find the words.

  • Yes. It’s 100% free. It won't show up as a "premium" charge. It’s a public service for everyone in Georgia.

Get Trained.
Be the Difference.

You’re resilient and you care about your community—that makes you a vital link to help.

If you want to gain the confidence to support others through high-pressure moments, join our 988 Lifeline Training.

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