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RAINN National Sexual Assault HotlineFree, confidential support from trained staff, in English and Spanish.800.656.HOPE (4673)Text HOPE to 64673, or chat online24/7Website[Not yet checked by Stacy]
If you're worried about a child
Childhelp National Child Abuse HotlineCounseling for anyone worried about a child, and help finding your state's child protective services.(800) 422-4453Text GO to 800.422.4453, or chat online24/7WebsiteChildhelp isn't a reporting line. To report abuse, see Reporting abuse below.[Not yet checked by Stacy]
NCMEC CyberTipline and Take It DownReport online exploitation of a child, including sextortion, to the CyberTipline. Take It Down is a free service that can help remove or stop the online sharing of nude or sexual images taken of you when you were under 18.1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)Report online at report.cybertip.org. Take It Down: takeitdown.ncmec.org (you can stay anonymous).24/7WebsiteTake It Down can help but can't guarantee removal. It works with participating platforms, and you need the image on your own device.[Not yet checked by Stacy]
If you're worried about a relationship
National Domestic Violence HotlineSupport for anyone in an abusive relationship.1.800.799.SAFE (7233)Text START to 88788, or chat online24/7Website[Not yet checked by Stacy]
loveisrespectSupport for young people about dating and relationships.866-331-9474Text LOVEIS to 22522, or chat online24/7. For young people ages 14 to 24, and for their friends and family.Website[Not yet checked by Stacy]
If you're worried about your own behavior
Stop It Now HelplineConfidential help for anyone worried about child sexual abuse, including people worried about their own thoughts or behavior.1.888.PREVENT (1.888.773.8368)Chat and email on their site. Ages 14–21: WhatsOK (whatsok.org)Weekdays, mostly 12–6 pm Eastern (Mon to 8 pm, Thu from 10 am). Hours can change; see their site.WebsiteNot open 24/7. If you need someone right now, call or text 988.[Not yet checked by Stacy]
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Reporting abuse
[How to report suspected child abuse: your state's child protective services line, or 911 if a child is in danger now. Childhelp can help you work out what to do, but it isn't a reporting line itself. Wording to be reviewed by an expert.]
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