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If you or a loved one is experiencing an emotional crisis or thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for help by phone at 988, or text the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741. Help is available 24 hours a day.

What to Say: Transphobia

Learn how to identify and combat an act of transphobia.

Trauma

What to Say: Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate partner violence is widespread. Here’s how to help.

Physical Health

What to Say: Late-Stage Illness

Comfort and love are key when supporting someone facing late-stage illness.

Mental Health

What to Say: Rehab

Entering rehab may be an important step in a lifelong recovery journey.

Grief

What to Say: Loss of a Sibling

Sibling loss comes with a unique grief experience that is often overlooked or misunderstood

World Events

What to Say: Natural Disasters

How to support a loved one who has been involved in a natural disaster.

Communication

How to Help a Loved One Seek Mental Health Support

Talking to someone struggling with their mental health isn’t always easy, but you can help your friend get the best support for them.

Grief

What to Say: Loss by Suicide

Support your friend or loved one as they navigate grief from loss due to suicide.

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What to Say: Sexual Assault

Offer support to your loved one experiencing the complicated trauma of a sexual assault.

Reproduction & Infertility

What to Say: Miscarriage

Physically and emotionally support your loved ones after they’ve experienced a miscarriage.

Grief

What to Say: Grief

Grief can manifest differently in every person. Offer support to your loved one during their time of need.

Mental Health

What to Say: Anxiety

Help support your loved ones while they live with anxiety

Grief Featured

What to Say: Anniversary of a Loss

Learn the many ways to commemorate a death as you comfort those dealing with ongoing grief

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Mental Health Awareness Month

This awareness month aims to educate, reflect on and raise awareness for people with mental illness and their families.

Physical Health

What to Say: Chronic Illness

When faced with a chronic illness, your loved one will need enduring support.

Mental Health Featured

What to Say: Depression

Depression can affect a loved one mentally and physically. Offer your support as they face this mental health challenge.

Anniversary

What to Say: Sobriety Anniversary

How to support a loved one who has reached a sobriety milestone.

Career

What to Say: Job Loss

Losing a job is a major stressor. Support a loved one during this time.

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What to Say: Breakups

Science-backed tips to help you help your friend recover from heartbreak.

Featured

What to Say: Cancer Diagnosis

Every cancer experience is different, but there are common things to avoid when comforting a loved one about their diagnosis.