Research Study on Pregnancy Loss

The Institute of Reproductive Grief Care is conducting a study on pregnancy loss.

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healing pathways

Unhealthy Behaviors

Abortion may produce strong emotions that can change over time. Denying, repressing, or pushing down these emotions may work for a while, but continued refusal to face the emotions surrounding a loss such as abortion can lead to unhealthy behaviors.

Below are resources designed to help with specific unhealthy behaviors that may develop after an abortion.

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  • BoysTown

    The 1-800-448-3000 hotline is 24/7 and provides information and/or intervention for children, teens, and families in many areas including communication, suicide, cutting, domestic violence, parenting education, mental illness. Translators are available in 140 languages. Anonymous and confidential unless caller requests direct aid. Free in the US. The www.boystown.org website provides information on many issues affecting families, such as poor communication, substance abuse, and mental illness. It provides sources and/or interventions specifically for children and teenagers in dangerous or troubling circumstances. The website offers publications for parents and families about family counseling and parenting education, and resources can be requested.

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

    1-800-799-7233 (US) The hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for those in abusive relationships. Counselors also provide information on dating abuse for concerned friends and family members.
  • 1-800-799-7233 1-787-721-7676 (Puerto Rico) Hotlines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those experiencing domestic violence. Please note that the name of this organization may appear on your phone bill, even though it is free of charge. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. www.thehotline.org Website provides information about safety planning, referrals, crisis intervention, teen dating abuse, and more.

  • Coalition for Family Harmony

    The 1-800-300-2181 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual abuse. The www.thecoalition.org website offers domestic violence resources and publications.

  • National Child Abuse Hotline

    The 1-800-422-4453 is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides crisis counseling for children experiencing abuse and/or neglect or concerned adults aware of child abuse and/or neglect. Counselors can provide referrals to local support resources and offer literature about child abuse and neglect. Interpreters can provide assistance in 170 languages. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US and Puerto Rico. The childhelphotline.org website provides information on child abuse and offers resources for children who are victims of abuse, neglect, bullying, or dating abuse. It also offers educational publications on parenting and other topics.

  • National Runaway Safeline

    The 1-800-786-2929 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for adolescents who have run away from home or who are thinking about running away from home. Services for parents are also provided. Immediate intervention can be provided such as free transportation for those wishing to return home or shelter for those where going home is not an option. Homefree is available for free bus tickets. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US unless caller requests direct intervention. The www.1800runaway.org website provides information for youth and parents about the factors that cause adolescents to run away from home.

  • Anxiety and Depression Association of America

    The 1-240-485-1001 information line is open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST (US time zone), and provides general information on mental illness and finding a therapist. The www.adaa.org website provides information about generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, depression, stress, and more. There is a "Find Help" locator to find a local therapist in the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

  • Mental Health America

    The 1-800-969-6642 hotline is open Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm EST (US), and provides information about mental health conditions. Referrals to local mental health service providers can be given. Information on advocacy and rights under US law can be provided. Anonymous, Free, Confidential in the US. The www.nmha.org website provides information about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for depression, bipolar, and other conditions. It provides referrals to local mental health service providers.

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness

    The 1-800-950-6264 The hotline is open Monday through Friday, 8 am-6 pm EST (US time zone), and provides counseling, information about mental illness, and referrals to local mental health service providers. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nami.org website provides information about mental illnesses and the resources and treatment options available for each illness, including anxiety disorders, PTSD, and depression.

  • National Institute of Mental Health

    Depression Awareness, Recognition, Treatment, and Research Helpline The 1-866-615-6464 line has representatives available Monday through Friday 8:30 am- 5 pm EST (US) and provides information about mental health illnesses, research, treatment, and political advocacy. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nimh.nih.gov website offers free publications about mental health illnesses, clinical treatment trials, and educational resources for individuals and professionals.

  • Anxiety and Depression Association of America

    The 1-240-485-1001 information line is open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST (US time zone), and provides general information on mental illness and finding a therapist. The www.adaa.org website provides information about generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, depression, stress, and more. There is a "Find Help" locator to find a local therapist in the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

  • Mental Health America

    The 1-800-969-6642 hotline is open Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm EST (US), and provides information about mental health conditions. Referrals to local mental health service providers can be given. Information on advocacy and rights under US law can be provided. Anonymous, Free, Confidential in the US. The www.nmha.org website provides information about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for depression, bipolar, and other conditions. It provides referrals to local mental health service providers.

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness

    The 1-800-950-6264 The hotline is open Monday through Friday, 8 am-6 pm EST (US time zone), and provides counseling, information about mental illness, and referrals to local mental health service providers. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nami.org website provides information about mental illnesses and the resources and treatment options available for each illness, including anxiety disorders, PTSD, and depression.

  • National Institute of Mental Health

    Depression Awareness, Recognition, Treatment, and Research Helpline The 1-866-615-6464 line has representatives available Monday through Friday 8:30 am- 5 pm EST (US) and provides information about mental health illnesses, research, treatment, and political advocacy. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nimh.nih.gov website offers free publications about mental health illnesses, clinical treatment trials, and educational resources for individuals and professionals.

  • BoysTown

    The 1-800-448-3000 hotline is 24/7 and provides information and/or intervention for children, teens, and families in many areas including communication, suicide, cutting, domestic violence, parenting education, mental illness. Translators are available in 140 languages. Anonymous and confidential unless caller requests direct aid. Free in the US. The www.boystown.org website provides information on many issues affecting families, such as poor communication, substance abuse, and mental illness. It provides sources and/or interventions specifically for children and teenagers in dangerous or troubling circumstances. The website offers publications for parents and families about family counseling and parenting education, and resources can be requested.

  • National Runaway Safeline

    The 1-800-786-2929 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for adolescents who have run away from home or who are thinking about running away from home. Services for parents are also provided. Immediate intervention can be provided such as free transportation for those wishing to return home or shelter for those where going home is not an option. Homefree is available for free bus tickets. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US unless caller requests direct intervention. The www.1800runaway.org website provides information for youth and parents about the factors that cause adolescents to run away from home.

  • Thursday’s Child

    The 1-818-831-1234 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to offer to counsel teens who are struggling with cutting and self-abuse and their parents. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The http://www.thursdayschild.org/ website provides information about different issues affecting teens, such as cutting, drug abuse, exploitation, and suicide.

  • Samaritans

    1-877-870-4673 Hotline has trained volunteers offering non-judgemental support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to teens who are in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the US. https://samaritanshope.org/get-help/ Website provides information about suicide and the hotline.

  • Anxiety and Depression Association of America

    The 1-240-485-1001 information line is open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST (US time zone), and provides general information on mental illness and finding a therapist. The www.adaa.org website provides information about generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, depression, stress, and more. There is a "Find Help" locator to find a local therapist in the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

  • Mental Health America

    The 1-800-969-6642 hotline is open Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm EST (US), and provides information about mental health conditions. Referrals to local mental health service providers can be given. Information on advocacy and rights under US law can be provided. Anonymous, Free, Confidential in the US. The www.nmha.org website provides information about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for depression, bipolar, and other conditions. It provides referrals to local mental health service providers.

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness

    The 1-800-950-6264 The hotline is open Monday through Friday, 8 am-6 pm EST (US time zone), and provides counseling, information about mental illness, and referrals to local mental health service providers. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nami.org website provides information about mental illnesses and the resources and treatment options available for each illness, including anxiety disorders, PTSD, and depression.

  • National Institute of Mental Health

    Depression Awareness, Recognition, Treatment, and Research Helpline The 1-866-615-6464 line has representatives available Monday through Friday 8:30 am- 5 pm EST (US) and provides information about mental health illnesses, research, treatment, and political advocacy. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nimh.nih.gov website offers free publications about mental health illnesses, clinical treatment trials, and educational resources for individuals and professionals.

  • Live Another Day

    An extensive list of mental health and substance use resources specifically for the American Asian and Pacific Islander community. iveanotherday.org/

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  • American Counseling Association

    The www.counseling.org website provides information on the different types of counseling. It provides a "Find Help" locator to find a therapist specific to the type of counseling desired.

  • Boys Town

    The 1-800-448-3000 hotline is 24/7 and provides information and/or intervention for children, teens, and families in many areas including communication, suicide, cutting, domestic violence, parenting education, mental illness. Translators are available in 140 languages. Anonymous and confidential unless caller requests direct aid. Free in the US. The www.boystown.org website provides information on many issues affecting families, such as poor communication, substance abuse, and mental illness. It provides sources and/or interventions specifically for children and teenagers in dangerous or troubling circumstances. The website offers publications for parents and families about family counseling and parenting education, and resources can be requested.

  • National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

  • The 1-800-931-2237 (en ingles) hotline is open Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 9 pm EST (US time zone), Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST (US time zone), and provides information about eating disorders, such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. The crisis text line is 741741. It provides referrals to support groups. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org website explains the causes and consequences of eating disorders and treatment options.

  • Overeater’s Anonymous

    The 1-505-891-2664 (en ingles) hotline is open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm MT (US time zone), and provides information on overeating, treatment options, and finding local resources (US time zone). Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. http://oa.org (on the top left side, click “Espanol”) The website provides information about the Twelve Step program for recovery from overeating. In addition, support groups for overeating in 80 countries worldwide, including Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Guatemala, España, Mexico, and Venezuela is listed.

  • Thursday’s Child

    The 1-818-831-1234 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to offer to counsel teens who are struggling with cutting and self-abuse and their parents. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The http://www.thursdayschild.org/ website provides information about different issues affecting teens, such as cutting, drug abuse, exploitation, and suicide.

  • American Counseling Association

    The www.counseling.org wesbite provides information on the different types of counseling. It provides a "Find Help" locator to find a therapist specific to the type of counseling desired.

  • Boys Town

    The 1-800-448-3000 hotline is 24/7 and provides information and/or intervention for children, teens, and families in many areas including communication, suicide, cutting, domestic violence, parenting education, mental illness. Translators are available in 140 languages. Anonymous and confidential unless caller requests direct aid. Free in the US. The www.boystown.org website provides information on many issues affecting families, such as poor communication, substance abuse, and mental illness. It provides sources and/or interventions specifically for children and teenagers in dangerous or troubling circumstances. The website offers publications for parents and families about family counseling and parenting education, and resources can be requested.

  • Debtors Anonymous

    The 1-800-421-2383 line (press 1), has representatives available Monday through Friday, 8 to 5 EST (US) to provide information about the Debtors Anonymous Twelve Step recovery program. Resources and support groups for those affected by gambling and overspending are offered. Anonymous, confidential, and free in the US. The www.debtorsanonymous.org website provides information about the Twelve Step model and signs of an addiction to gambling.

  • National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)

    The 1-800-522-4700 hotline is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day to provide crisis counseling for those suffering from an addiction to gambling. Anonymous, confidential, and free in the US. The www.ncpgambling.org website provides information about the signs of addiction to gambling and provides a directory of counselors who specialize in this area.

  • Anxiety and Depression Association of America

    The 1-240-485-1001 information line is open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST (US time zone), and provides general information on mental illness and finding a therapist. The www.adaa.org website provides information about generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, depression, stress, and more. There is a "Find Help" locator to find a local therapist in the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

  • Mental Health America

    The 1-800-969-6642 hotline is open Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm EST (US), and provides information about mental health conditions. Referrals to local mental health service providers can be given. Information on advocacy and rights under US law can be provided. Anonymous, Free, Confidential in the US. The www.nmha.org website provides information about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for depression, bipolar, and other conditions. It provides referrals to local mental health service providers.

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness

    The 1-800-950-6264 The hotline is open Monday through Friday, 8 am-6 pm EST (US time zone), and provides counseling, information about mental illness, and referrals to local mental health service providers. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nami.org website provides information about mental illnesses and the resources and treatment options available for each illness, including anxiety disorders, PTSD, and depression.

  • National Institute of Mental Health

    Depression Awareness, Recognition, Treatment, and Research Helpline The 1-866-615-6464 line has representatives available Monday through Friday 8:30 am- 5 pm EST (US) and provides information about mental health illnesses, research, treatment, and political advocacy. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US. The www.nimh.nih.gov website offers free publications about mental health illnesses, clinical treatment trials, and educational resources for individuals and professionals.

  • Workaholics World Service Organization

    http://www.workaholics-anonymous.org/pdf_files/24hourphoneline.pdf - Website lists fellowship lines in over 50 countries, including Great Britain, France, and more. The 1-510-273-9253 - line is open to receive messages 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. You may leave your name and number for questions related to Workaholics World Service Organization and meeting times and locations, and your call will be returned. The www.workaholics-anonymous.org website provides information about working compulsively, including signs and symptoms. Website lists support groups locally, online, and by phone.

  • BoysTown

    The 1-800-448-3000 hotline is 24/7 and provides information and/or intervention for children, teens, and families in many areas including communication, suicide, cutting, domestic violence, parenting education, mental illness. Translators are available in 140 languages. Anonymous and confidential unless caller requests direct aid. Free in the US. The www.boystown.org website provides information on many issues affecting families, such as poor communication, substance abuse, and mental illness. It provides sources and/or interventions specifically for children and teenagers in dangerous or troubling circumstances. The website offers publications for parents and families about family counseling and parenting education, and resources can be requested.

  • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    The 1-800-273-8255, (press 2) hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Confidential, Anonymous, Free in the US. www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org - Website provides information about suicide and steps to take to get intervention for yourself or a loved one. The website lists crisis centers in the US. www.suicideispreventable.org/about.php - Website provides information about recognizing the signs of suicide, creating a safety plan for a loved one, and finding help.

  • TeenLine

    The 1-800-852-8336 hotline has representatives available 6 pm to 10 pm PST, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to teens who are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Trained teen counselors can provide counseling about drug abuse, self-injury, and other issues. Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the US.

  • Samaritans

    1-877-870-4673 Hotline has trained volunteers offering non-judgemental support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to teens who are in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the US. https://samaritanshope.org/get-help/ Website provides information about suicide and the hotline.

IF OUTSIDE THE US, PLEASE GO TO THE FOLLOWING WEBSITE TO FIND YOUR COUNTRY'S HOTLINE:

  • International Association for Suicide Prevention

    The www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ website lists hotlines that offer immediate crisis counseling by phone to those who are in suicidal or emotional distress in over 100 countries. Provided hotlines are Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in respective countries.

  • Adult Children of Alcoholics

    The 1-562-595-7831 line has representatives available Tuesday through Friday, 11 am to 3 pm EST (US), and Saturday 11 am to 2 pm EST (US time zone) to provide information about the Twelve Step program for those who were raised in a home with a parent who suffered from an addiction to alcohol. Representatives can provide information on support groups in over 40 countries. Anonymous and Confidential. The http://www.adultchildren.org/ website provides information about the Twelve Step meetings and support groups. It lists meeting times and locations both nationally and internationally.

  • Al-Anon/Alateen Family Group Headquarters, Inc.

    The 1-888-425-2666 line has representatives available Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm EST (US time zone) to provide information about the Twelve Step program for people who have a loved one struggling with an addiction to alcohol. Representatives can offer assistance in finding Al-Anon support groups for adults and Alateen support groups for adolescents. The call is free within the US, but also serves Bermuda, Canada, and the Caribbean. Anonymous and Confidential. The http://www.al-anon.org website provides information on the Twelve Step program and how it can assist people who have loved ones struggling with alcoholism. It provides information about meeting times and locations of support groups and offers publications about living with a loved one’s addiction.

  • Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

    The 1-212-870-3400 line has representatives available Monday through Friday, 8:30 am through 4:45 pm EST (US time zone) to provide information on the Twelve Step program for those struggling with an addiction to alcohol. It could take 20 days to return your call. Representatives can offer assistance in finding local support groups in the US. Anonymous and Confidential. The http://www.aa.org website provides information about the Twelve Step program and support groups. It offers free publications, videos, and audio clips about recovery from addiction to alcohol. The website lists online meetings and meetings for local support groups in the US.

  • The Partnership to End Addiction at DrugFree.org

    The 1-855-378-4373 line has parent specialists available Monday through Friday, 10 am to 6 pm EST (US time zone) to offer counsel and direction to parents whose children are struggling with substance abuse and addiction. Anonymous and Confidential. The http://www.parenttoolkit.com/ The website provides information for parents on the prevention and detection of drug use in adolescents. The DrugFree.org website offers publications on prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery.

  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

    1-800-662-4357 hotline is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. You can press 1 to speak to a representative about substance abuse treatment or to request printed information on alcohol and drugs. You can press 2 to find local substance abuse treatment centers in your state (US). Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The http://www.samhsa.gov websites provide information on the effects of substance abuse and list places that offer treatment. Websites also offer publications on many different issues related to substance abuse.

  • National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) Hopeline

    The 1-800-622-2255 hotline is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day to provide crisis counseling for you or for a loved one suffering from dependence on drugs and/or alcohol. Representatives can also provide information to the closest treatment center or substance abuse specialist in your area. Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the US. The www.ncadd.org website provides information about drug and alcohol dependence, lists local treatment centers and substance abuse specialists, and offers many publications about issues related to drug and alcohol dependence.

  • Detox Local

    An extensive list of mental health and substance use resources specifically for the American Asian and Pacific Islander community. https://www.detoxlocal.com/resources/aapi-addictio...

  • National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) Hopeline

    The 1-800-622-2255 hotline is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day to provide crisis counseling for you or for a loved one suffering from dependence on drugs and/or alcohol. Representatives can also provide information to the closest treatment center or substance abuse specialist in your area. Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the US. The www.ncadd.org website provides information about drug and alcohol dependence, lists local treatment centers and substance abuse specialists, and offers many publications about issues related to drug and alcohol dependence.

  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

    1-800-662-4357 hotline is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. You can press 1 to speak to a representative about substance abuse treatment or to request printed information on alcohol and drugs. You can press 2 to find local substance abuse treatment centers in your state (US). Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The http://www.samhsa.gov websites provide information on the effects of substance abuse and list places that offer treatment. Websites also offer publications on many different issues related to substance abuse.

  • Cocaine Anonymous Worldwide

    The 1-310-559-5833 line has representatives are available Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST (US time zone) to provide information about the Twelve Step program for those struggling with an addiction to cocaine. Representatives can also provide assistance in finding a local support group. Anonymous and Confidential. The http://www.ca.org website provides information about the Twelve Step program and it provides an online test to see if you or a loved suffers from cocaine addiction. It also lists the locations and/or phone numbers of meetings nationally and internationally.

  • Marijuana Anonymous (MA) World Services

    The 1-800-766-6779 line (call or text) has representatives available Monday through Friday, at varying hours EST (US time zone) to provide information on the Twelve Step program for those struggling with an addiction to marijuana. Representatives can offer assistance in finding a local support group. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The www.marijuana-anonymous.org website provides information about the Twelve Step program for those struggling with an addiction to marijuana. Local support groups, online support groups, and phone support groups are listed.

  • Nar-Anon Family World Services

    The 1-800-477-6291 line has representatives available Monday through Friday, 12 pm to 8 pm EST (US time zone) to provide information about the Twelve Step program to assist those who are affected by a loved one’s addiction to drugs. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The www.nar-anon.org website provides information about Nar-Anon’s Twelve Step program and it lists the locations and/or phone numbers of national and international support groups.

  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA) World Services

    The 1-818-773-9999 line has representatives available Monday through Friday, 12 pm. through 8 pm EST (US time zone), Monday through Friday to provide information about the Twelve Step program to assist those who struggle with an addiction to narcotics. Representatives can offer assistance in finding local support groups worldwide. Anonymous and Confidential. The www.na.org website provides information about Narcotic Anonymous’ Twelve Step program and it lists the locations and/or phone numbers of national and international support groups.

  • Nicotine Anonymous

    The 1-877- 879-6422 line has representatives available to provide information on the Twelve Step program to assist those who are struggling with an addiction to nicotine. The www.nicotine-anonymous.org website provides information about Nicotine Anonymous’s Twelve Step program and it lists the locations and/or phone numbers of national and international support groups.

  • The Partnership to End Addiction at DrugFree.org

    The 1-855-378-4373 line has parent specialists available Monday through Friday, 10 am to 6 pm EST (US time zone) to offer counsel and direction to parents whose children are struggling with substance abuse and addiction. Anonymous and Confidential. The http://www.parenttoolkit.com/ website provides information for parents on the prevention and detection of drug use in adolescents. It offers publications on prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery.

Start Your Recovery: Substance Abuse Resources and Support

Start Your Recovery is an interactive sight that offers information, support, and self-help tailored specifically to the individual visiting the sight. (https://startyourrecovery.org/). If you personally need help or are looking to find ways to help someone else suffering from Drug abuse, be sure to visit and engage in the activities provides.

  • Sexaholics Anonymous International Central Office

    The 1-866-424-8777 line has representatives available Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm EST (US time zone) to provide information about the Twelve Step program to assist those struggling with sexual addiction. Representatives can offer assistance in finding a local support group. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. The www.sa.org website provides information on addiction to sex and lists local support groups. Phone and online support groups are also listed.

  • Sexual Addicts Anonymous (SAA)

    The 1-800-477-8191 line has representatives available Monday through Friday, 11 am and 7 pm EST (US time zone) to provide information on the Twelve Step program to assist those struggling with sexual addiction. Representatives can offer assistance in finding a local support group. Anonymous, Confidential, and free in the US. The saa-recovery.org website provides information on sexual addiction and the SAA program of recovery.

Symptoms:

Anxiety
Dulled sense of feeling
Fear or avoidance of children
Fixating on another child
Flashbacks
Nightmares
Rage
Difficulty sleeping
Difficulty concentrating
Inability to recall parts of the event

If you’ve experienced any of these for more than a month, please use the Find Help locator to access national and local resources. These symptoms may suggest that you’re developing impacted grief, or complicated grief, or some other psychological complication. This typically feels like you’re “stuck” in your grief and unable to move forward in your life.To rule out these possibilities, consultation with a trained counselor is recommended. While it’s important to not impose an expected time frame for healing, you also don’t want to allow yourself to remain stuck for too long, which makes it that much harder to move through the grieving process.

HOTLINES IN THE US :

  • The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

IF OUTSIDE THE US, PLEASE GO TO THE FOLLOWING WEBSITE TO FIND YOUR COUNTRY'S HOTLINE:

  • International Association for Suicide Prevention

    The www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ website lists hotlines that offer immediate crisis counseling by phone to those who are in suicidal or emotional distress in over 100 countries. Provided hotlines are Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the respective countries.

  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

    The www.afsp.org website provides information about understanding suicide, preventing suicide, and coping with a loved one’s suicide.

  • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    988 (press 2) Hotline, is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Confidential, Anonymous, Free in the US.
  • The www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org website provides information about suicide and steps to take to get intervention for yourself or a loved one. The website lists crisis centers in the US. www.suicideispreventable.org/about.php - Website provides information about recognizing the signs of suicide, creating a safety plan for a loved one, and finding help.

  • TeenLine

    1-800-852-8336 Hotline has representatives available 9 am to 1 am, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to teens who are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Trained teen counselors can provide counseling about drug abuse, self-injury, and other issues. Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the US.

  • Samariteens

    1-877-870-4673 Samaritans’ Crisis Services are available 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Services are free, confidential, and anonymous. http://samaritanshope.org/

  • International Association for Suicide Prevention

    www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ Website lists hotlines which offer immediate crisis counseling by phone to those who are in suicidal or emotional distress in over 100 countries. Provided hotlines are Confidential, Anonymous, and Free in the respective countries.

  • BoysTown

    The 1-800-448-3000 hotline is 24/7 and provides information and/or intervention for children, teens, and families in many areas including communication, suicide, cutting, domestic violence, parenting education, mental illness. Translators are available in 140 languages. Anonymous and confidential unless caller requests direct aid. Free in the US. The www.boystown.org website provides information on many issues affecting families, such as poor communication, substance abuse, and mental illness. It provides sources and/or interventions specifically for children and teenagers in dangerous or troubling circumstances. The website offers publications for parents and families about family counseling and parenting education, and resources can be requested.

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

  • 1-800-799-7233 (US) The hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for those in abusive relationships. Counselors also provide information on dating abuse for concerned friends and family members.
  • 1-800-799-7233 1-787-721-7676 (Puerto Rico) Hotlines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those experiencing domestic violence. Please note that the name of this organization may appear on your phone bill, even though it is free of charge. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. www.thehotline.org Website provides information about safety planning, referrals, crisis intervention, teen dating abuse, and more.

  • Coalition for Family Harmony

    The 1-800-300-2181 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual abuse. The www.thecoalition.org website offers domestic violence resources and publications.

  • National Child Abuse Hotline

    The 1-800-422-4453 is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for children experiencing abuse and/or neglect or concerned adults aware of child abuse and/or neglect. Counselors can provide referrals to local support resources and offer literature about child abuse and neglect. Interpreters can provide assistance in 170 languages. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US and Puerto Rico. The childhelphotline.org website provides information on child abuse and offers resources for children who are victims of abuse, neglect, bullying, or dating abuse. It also offers educational publications on parenting and other topics.

  • National Runaway Safeline

    The 1-800-786-2929 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for adolescents who have run away from home or who are thinking about running away from home. Services for parents are also provided. Immediate intervention can be provided such as free transportation for those wishing to return home or shelter for those where going home is not an option. Homefree is available for free bus tickets. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US unless caller requests direct intervention. The www.1800runaway.org website provides information for youth and parents about the factors that cause adolescents to run away from home.

  • BoysTown

    The 1-800-448-3000 hotline is 24/7 and provides information and/or intervention for children, teens, and families in many areas including communication, suicide, cutting, domestic violence, parenting education, mental illness. Translators are available in 140 languages. Anonymous and confidential unless caller requests direct aid. Free in the US. The www.boystown.org website provides information on many issues affecting families, such as poor communication, substance abuse, and mental illness. It provides sources and/or interventions specifically for children and teenagers in dangerous or troubling circumstances. The website offers publications for parents and families about family counseling and parenting education, and resources can be requested.

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

  • 1-800-799-7233 (US) The hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for those in abusive relationships. Counselors also provide information on dating abuse for concerned friends and family members.
  • 1-800-799-7233 1-787-721-7676 (Puerto Rico) Hotlines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those experiencing domestic violence. Please note that the name of this organization may appear on your phone bill, even though it is free of charge. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US. www.thehotline.org Website provides information about safety planning, referrals, crisis intervention, teen dating abuse, and more.

  • Coalition for Family Harmony

    The 1-800-300-2181 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide crisis counseling to those experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual abuse. The www.thecoalition.org website offers domestic violence resources and publications.

  • National Child Abuse Hotline

    The 1-800-422-4453 is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for children experiencing abuse and/or neglect or concerned adults aware of child abuse and/or neglect. Counselors can provide referrals to local support resources and offer literature about child abuse and neglect. Interpreters can provide assistance in 170 languages. Anonymous, Confidential, Free in the US and Puerto Rico. The childhelphotline.org website provides information on child abuse and offers resources for children who are victims of abuse, neglect, bullying, or dating abuse. It also offers educational publications on parenting and other topics.

  • National Runaway Safeline

    The 1-800-786-2929 hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides crisis counseling for adolescents who have run away from home or who are thinking about running away from home. Services for parents are also provided. Immediate intervention can be provided such as free transportation for those wishing to return home or shelter for those where going home is not an option. Homefree is available for free bus tickets. Anonymous, Confidential, and Free in the US unless caller requests direct intervention. The www.1800runaway.org website provides information for youth and parents about the factors that cause adolescents to run away from home.