Resources
Some of the subjects discussed in Shattered Illusions can be difficult to navigate alone.
If you or someone you care about is struggling, grieving, looking for treatment, or dealing with fraud, the resources below may help you find somewhere to begin.
If You Need Help Now
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you are struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, or use the 988 Lifeline’s online chat. Support is free and confidential.
Finding Treatment & Support
SAMHSA National Helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline provides free, confidential treatment referrals and information for individuals and families facing mental health or substance-use disorders. It is available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
After a Suicide Loss
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Grief after a suicide can bring questions, emotions, and experiences that can be difficult to explain to people who haven’t lived through it.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention provides resources specifically for people who have lost someone to suicide, including information about grief, support groups, and ways to connect with other survivors of suicide loss.
Fraud & Internet Crime
Fraud can have consequences far beyond the money that is lost. If you believe you or someone you know has been targeted by a scam or internet crime, these organizations provide official ways to report what happened.
Federal Trade Commission
The FTC’s ReportFraud website allows you to report scams, fraud, and bad business practices to the Federal Trade Commission.
FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center accepts reports of suspected internet-enabled crime and fraud.
You Don’t Have to Know
Where to Start
If you’re not sure which resource fits your situation, that’s okay. Reaching out to someone you trust, a healthcare professional, or one of the organizations above can be a place to begin.
These resources are provided for informational purposes and are not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, legal, or financial advice.