The Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The phone number is 1-800-273-TALK (8255). If you or someone you know is suicidal, please call this number or seek help from a trusted adult immediately. You could save a life.

 

By Kevin McNulty

Kevin McNulty teaches English and Mass Media Studies at Penn High School. He advises the Penn News Network and manages the PNN Studio and news room. For more information, navigate your browser to www.massmediastudies.net.