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Suicide Prevention

Help is Available

Contact the SHU 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Hotline at 
973-275-Help (4357)

Call 988 or text TALK to 741-741 to contact the Crisis Text Line.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. 
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If you or a friend are having serious thoughts of killing yourself or hurting someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. 

If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts or are struggling with your mental health, you may feel all alone, but know you are not! This site offers resources for those in need of help.

You Are Not Alone

If you or a friend are having serious thoughts of killing yourself or hurting someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. 

If you're experiencing suicidal thoughts or are struggling with your mental health, you may feel all alone, but know you are not! Our Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is an on-campus resource that is here to help you navigate through difficult times. Some of services offered are: 

  • Assessments and consultations 
  • Individual and group therapy 
  • Crisis services 
  • Referrals 
  • Workshops

Know When To Ask For Help

If you’re not feeling your best despite your self-help efforts, it’s time to reach out for support. You can contact CAPS during regular office hours:

Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.- 4:45 p.m.
973-761-9500

or drop-in to CAPS in Mooney Hall Room 27 to speak with an on-call counselor. Counselors are available to conduct assessments and connect you with the appropriate services on and off campus.

Remember, if it’s urgent or outside of business hours, contact the SHU 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Hotline at 973-275-Help (4357). This service is available 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Visit the CAPS website for additional mental health information and resources. Here is what you can expect ...

Great Minds Dare to Care logo. Great Minds Dare to Care is a University-wide collaborative suicide prevention initiative designed to foster shared responsibility for building a community of care at Seton Hall University. 

Visit the Great Minds Dare to Care website.