Anger is Temporary. Actions are Forever. Violence is Preventable.
Gain strength through connection. Call now.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, angry, or scared of what you might do next, you’re not alone. You’re not beyond help.
Anger is a natural human response to the loss, pain, and unfairness in the world. Angry and violent thoughts do not make someone a monster. There’s strength in reaching out for resources—someone to talk to, a guide out of the dark.
If you or someone you know needs support, call now. The hotline is free, confidential, and available to you or anyone you know that is contemplating violent acts towards others.
Anger is Temporary. Actions are Forever. Violence is Preventable.
Gain strength through connection. Call now.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, angry, or scared of what you might do next, you’re not alone. You’re not beyond help.
Anger is a natural human response to the loss, pain, and unfairness in the world. Angry and violent thoughts do not make someone a monster. There’s strength in reaching out for resources—someone to talk to, a guide out of the dark.
If you or someone you know needs support, call now. The hotline is free, confidential, and available to you or anyone you know that is contemplating violent acts towards others.
Misconceptions about calling the National Violence Prevention Hotline AND THEIR TRUTHS
MISCONCEPTION NO.1: Calling the hotline automatically results in law enforcement being notified
MISCONCEPTION NO.2: Calling the hotline only helps the person at risk of being violent
MISCONCEPTION NO.3: Violence can't be prevented
MISCONCEPTION NO.4: Asking for help means admitting your a bad person
MISCONCEPTION NO.5: If you're just feeling angry, it's not serious enough to call
If the following describes you, we're here to help:
You're overwhelmed and hopeless with nowhere left to turn.
You may feel angry and resentful at people or systems that have wronged you, and you may be thinking about hurting them. Those feelings and the demands of life have piled up and feel like an impossible burden to shoulder.
Worried about someone you care about?
It can be hard to watch a friend, partner or family member become withdrawn and irritable, often even showing signs of uncontrollable anger. It’s common to feel caught between wanting to help, not knowing what to say, and fearing they’ll push you away if you bring it up.
You've been overlooked, misunderstood, and disrespected.
Need someone who will truly listen and respect who you are and what you've been through? We're standing by to lend an ear. With reliable support, you can make meaningful connections with people who care about you and make life worth living.
Our Mission
To save lives and prevent violence by providing free, confidential, and compassionate crisis support. We aim to connect people to local resources for the help they need to live a violence-free life.
Violence impacts millions of people each year and much of that violence is preventable.
Violent thoughts don’t make you a bad person. They signal that you’re struggling and, for that, you deserve support. When anger builds up, especially in isolation, it can feel overwhelming and frightening. But thinking while angry is not a crime. You are not alone, and there is help.
The National Violence Prevention Hotline is here for anyone having thoughts of violence. Talking to someone can make a difference. We offer a safe space to share what you’re going through, receive support, get connected to resources, and create a plan to stay safe. Whether you’re worried about yourself or someone else, we’re here to help.
Free, Confidential, Judgement-Free
The National Violence Prevention Hotline provides a safe space to talk openly about thoughts of violence—without shame, punishment, or assumptions. Our goal is to help people de-escalate, feel understood, and connect with support before a situation turns into a tragedy.
Worried About a Friend or Loved One?
If you’re worried that someone you care about may be at risk of harming others, you don’t have to carry that concern alone. Speaking up can feel incredibly hard, no matter your relationship to the person. Reaching out is an act of care—for them, and for everyone who could be impacted.
Victim Support
If you’ve experienced violence—physical, emotional, sexual, or psychological—support is in reach. The National Violence Prevention Hotline offers free, confidential assistance for victims and survivors. Our trained counselors are here to listen without judgement, help make sense of what you’re experiencing, and connect you with trusted resources for safety, healing, and long-term support. You don’t have to face this alone. We’re here for you.
Support the Cause.
At the National Violence Prevention Hotline, every call represents a chance to prevent harm. Not only for the person reaching out, but for the countless others who remain safe because help arrived in time.
Your generosity makes our critical service, one that is needed now more than ever, possible. Donations directly support hotline operations, ensuring trained counselors are available to respond with care, clarity, and calm when it matters most. Each contribution helps us remain a steady, reliable resource for people in crisis.
If you would like to donate, please use our donation form.
We envision a future where violence is prevented before it happens and where support is easy to find. In that future:
Children no longer grow up in fear but thrive in safe, nurturing environments.
- Communities are equipped with the knowledge and tools to recognize, prevent, and respond to potential violence.
- Individuals contemplating violence are met with compassionate support and guided toward healing and hope.
- Everyone knows where to turn, whether they’re struggling themselves or worried about a loved one.
- Prevention, early intervention, and connection to resources are the foundation of a safer, more caring society
Make A Donation
We’re working to secure grants to to fund our efforts to make this mission a reality, but those only go so far. Every donation helps our goal of preventing violence.
Funding is needed for:
- Outreach efforts to connect with distressed individuals and provide resources.
- Staffing for call center counselors & emergency crisis workers.
- Grant writing support & nonprofit specialists.
- Working alongside Violence Prevention Programs to raise awareness.
- Creating Violence Prevention Programs for businesses and schools, etc.
- Working toward a 24/7 phone line and chat program for the USA
Like the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, The Violence Prevention Hotline is designed to be a point of connection during moments of distress. Our counselors support people who are overwhelmed, angry, or afraid—and who need help before harm occurs. The key difference is focus: this hotline exists specifically to support people who are worried about acting on violent thoughts toward others.
The Violence Prevention Hotline also supports victims of violence by offering confidential guidance, education, and referrals to professional resources. By addressing risk early and responding with care, we work to reduce the impact of violence on individuals, families, and communities.
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