Which service provides crisis support via text messaging?

• A. Crisis Text Line.
• B. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
• C. SAMHSA.
• D. Alcoholics Anonymous.

Answer: (A)

Providing crisis support through text messaging is all about meeting people where they are most comfortable and can access quickly. Crisis Text Line specializes in this mode: you can start a text conversation with trained counselors who respond in real time, 24/7, offering a listening ear, de-escalation, safety planning, and guidance on next steps. The anonymity and ease of texting help reduce barriers for those who might not reach out by phone or in person, making it the best fit for text-based crisis support. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is primarily a phone-based service (with some chat options, but not centered on texting), while SAMHSA is a federal resource hub, not a crisis line, and Alcoholics Anonymous is a peer support program, not a crisis response service. If there’s imminent danger, the fastest option is to contact emergency services.