In Crisis?

What constitutes a mental health crisis?

  • If you are concerned about your personal safety or the safety of others
  • If you are concerned about harming yourself or someone else
  • If you believe you are losing touch with reality

Mental Health: Do I Need Help? 

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis the following resources are available:

  • Call or visit the Iowa State Student Counseling Services Monday – Friday from 8 am – 5 pm
    • 515-294-5056
    • 3rd Floor, Student Services Building
  • Go to the Emergency Room
    • Mary Greeley Medical Center
      1111 Duff Ave.
      Ames, IA 50010
  • Call the Iowa State University Police Department
    • 515-294-4428
  • Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org, or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741)

If there is an immediate threat to self or others, you are strongly encouraged to contact 911