RESOURCES
Important phone numbers and links to helpful information
Sometimes asking for help is the bravest move you can make. You don’t have to face it all alone.
Arkansas Lifeline Call Center
800-273-TALK (8255)
For those who are in immediate crisis, the line is answered 24/7 in-state and has a separate line for veterans who are in crisis, pressing #1.
Crisis Connections Teen Link
866-833-6546
Teen Link is a confidential and anonymous helpline for teens. Trained teen volunteers are available to talk with you about any issue of concern. No issue is too big or too small!
NAMI Arkansas
800-844-0381
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Arkansas operates a toll-free HelpLine to provide information and resources to callers who are seeking information about mental illness topics.
Mental Health Council of Arkansas
501-372-7062
The Mental Health Council of Arkansas exists for the purpose of insuring that appropriate community-based mental and behavioral healthcare is available throughout the State of Arkansas in a manner which is accessible, balanced, affordable, and quality-driven.
American Association of Suicidology (AAS)
The membership of AAS includes mental health and public health professionals, researchers, suicide prevention and crisis intervention centers, school districts, crisis center volunteers, survivors of suicide loss, attempt survivors, and a variety of lay persons who have an interest in suicide prevention.
Safe and Effective Messaging for Suicide Prevention [PDF]
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
Crisis Connections School Resources
Crisis Connections offers three health curricula designed to be taught by classroom teachers or counselors, and appropriate for students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.