Addiction Help

Immediate support and next steps.

If this is urgent

  • Call or text 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
  • Call 911 if someone is in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency.
  • Go to the nearest emergency room for overdose, self-harm risk, or severe withdrawal symptoms.

National support

  • SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
  • Available 24/7 for treatment referrals and information. TTY: 1-800-487-4889.
  • You can also text your ZIP code to 435748 (`HELP4U`) for treatment referral information.
  • Treatment locator: FindTreatment.gov

What to do next

  • Talk to a primary care provider, therapist, or local treatment program.
  • Ask about detox, outpatient treatment, medication-assisted treatment, or peer support.
  • If you are helping someone else, focus on safety first and reduce immediate harm.

Important disclaimer

This page is for general informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, not a crisis response service, and not a substitute for licensed treatment, emergency services, or direct professional evaluation. If someone may be in immediate danger, overdosing, or having severe withdrawal symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away. Phone numbers, hours, and service availability can change, so confirm details with the official providers linked below before relying on this page for non-emergency information.