Trusted places to learn more, beyond this site.
Better Days is a starting point, not the whole picture. These are real, reputable organizations if you or someone you know needs more.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support 24/7 — call or text 988, or chat online, if you or someone you know is in crisis.
988lifeline.org ↗Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor, any time, day or night.
crisistextline.org ↗NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Youth and young adult resources, a helpline, and plain-language guides on mental health conditions.
nami.org ↗Child Mind Institute
Clear, well-researched articles on anxiety, ADHD, mood, and behavior — written for kids, teens, and parents.
childmind.org ↗The Jed Foundation
Focused on emotional health and suicide prevention for teens and young adults.
jedfoundation.org ↗KidsHealth
Doctor-reviewed articles on mental and physical health, written separately for kids, teens, and parents.
kidshealth.org ↗If you're in immediate danger, call 911 (or your local emergency number). Better Days is a support tool, not a substitute for professional or emergency care.