Additional Resources
Our hotline is now staffed during limited hours. If you need additional support, or support outside of what NVPH offers, please see the details below.
Misconceptions about calling the National Violence Prevention Hotline AND THEIR TRUTHS
MISCONCEPTION NO.1: Calling the hotline automatically results in law enforcement being notified
TRUTH:
Our hotline is a confidential hotline with trained crisis advocates who listen, focus on de-escalating, and help provide additional resources.
Confidentiality has its legal limits if there is an imminent threat of serious harm.
MISCONCEPTION NO.2: Calling the hotline only helps the person at risk of being violent
TRUTH:
Our hotline also supports family members, friends, coworkers, and others who are concerned about someones behavior.
MISCONCEPTION NO.3: Violence can't be prevented
TRUTH:
Research shows that early support, conflict resolution, coping skills, and access to resources can significantly reduce the risk of violence.
MISCONCEPTION NO.4: Asking for help means admitting your a bad person
TRUTH:
Getting help is a sign of strength and is a responsible step that can protect you and others.
MISCONCEPTION NO.5: If you're just feeling angry, it's not serious enough to call
TRUTH:
Early intervention can help prevent situations from escalating into violence.
If you need support outside of our staffing hours, or if you have a need outside of what we can support, below are some resources:
- If you feel that you may become violent, the first thing to do is to contact the local police and turn over any weapons.
- You may also call 911 and ask for help.
- You can also go to the emergency room at your local hospital and tell them you are feeling “homicidal” and you need help.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Crisis Lifeline: This number is now just 988 to make it easier and more accessible.
- Call or Text 988 or chat online https://988lifeline.org/
- If you are in a domestic violence situation, please visit: https://www.thehotline.org/
- SMS: Text START to 88788
- Or Call 1-800-799-7233
- If you need therapy visit www.psychologytoday.com and work on finding a local counselor.
- If you do not have insurance, you may qualify for free insurance through your state’s public insurance system.
- Warmline: The warmline will connect individuals with certified peer support specialists who have lived experiences of behavioral health issues, trauma or personal crises, and are trained to support and empower the callers. The warmline will operate seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. at 888-PEER-753 (888-733-7753).
- If you are struggling with violent thoughts, or need resources for someone that is, you can find resources through the Violence Prevention Network at https://ovpnetwork.org. The Violence Prevention Network is a national learning community of local government agencies working to reduce violence and improve lives.
We hope this helps!
-National Violence Prevention Hotline