Suicide can sometimes feel like a scary thing to talk about. However, there are always people who can connect with and support you. If you are going through any of the following, you can reach out to a free suicide hotline (also called crisis lines or helplines) today – there are 6 suicide hotlines in Germany that can listen and help.

Thinking about killing yourself
Looking up information about how to kill yourself
Feeling like you don't deserve to go on
Feeling like there is no end in sight to the pain you're feeling
Fascination with the concept of death and dying
Feeling unwanted or like a burden to others
Feeling like your own health and wellbeing no longer matter
An unbearable amount of emotional pain that you can't imagine will ever go away

A suicidal crisis is a normal response to very severe psychological pain that won't go away. You may be at a point where you're struggling to find the strength to get through one more day. It may not seem like it, but there is hope. You can heal your pain without ending your life.

It's normal to feel like nobody will get you when you're feeling suicidal. It may even feel like you're beyond help. But crisis supporters don't think so. Crisis supporters in Germany want to help you and they are available 24/7 to lend a listening ear.

If you feel like you might need support with thoughts of suicide, try reaching out to a hotline in Germany. It's free and confidential.

We’ve partnered with ThroughLine to compile a list of resources for support to address a variety of possible issues.

If you have a negative experience, please know it is not your fault; help is available. Submit a report by following our guidance here, and consider contacting one of the resources above.

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