Self Help - Suicide
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- Student Assistance Program (SAP)
- Student Mental Health Staff
- How to make an appointment
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- Monthly Mental Health Q&A
- For Faculty and Staff
- Telepsychiatry Services
- Counseling through Your Student Insurance Plan
Self Help – Information
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You will be routed to the closest possible crisis center in your area. With over 120 crisis centers across the country, our mission is to provide immediate assistance to anyone seeking mental health services. Call for yourself, or someone you care about. Your call is free and confidential.
Why should I call the Lifeline?
From immediate suicidal crisis to information about mental health, crisis centers in our network are equipped to take a wide range of calls. Some of the reasons to call 1-800-273-TALK are listed below.
- Call to speak with someone who cares
- Call if you feel you might be in danger of hurting yourself
- Call to find referrals to mental health services in your area
- Call to speak to a crisis worker about someone you're concerned about
Students may also call the Student Assistance Program (SAP) 24 hours per day, 7 days per week at 800-327-2255.
Suicide Crisis Intervention - 901-274-7477
Quick Links
Crisis Information
Information about what to do in case of various emergencies.
Contact UHS
910 Madison Ave. Suite 922
Memphis, Tennessee 38163
Phone: 901-448-5630
Fax: 901-448-7255
