If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis, contact Security (x4444) or call the online Mental Health Counseling Line: (855) 705-2479 for help 24/7. If someone you know is showing warning signs of suicide, connect them with professional help as soon as possible. Below are resources to help someone who is experiencing a mental health crisis.

If you are concerned about a friend, but it is not an emergency, please fill out a Community Concern Form.

If you notice any of the following, it could be a sign it’s time to check in:

  • Changes in their appearance and ability to take care of themselves
  • Negative changes in their mood or disposition
  • Changes in behavior or speech
  • Changes in relationships
  • Decreased interest in school or worse grades
  • You’re concerned they might hurt themselves

If you’re concerned about someone’s mental health, it can be helpful to have a conversation with them.

  • Don’t be afraid to check in if you’re concerned
  • Listen without judging the other person’s experience
  • Find help on the Supporting Student Mental Health website
  • Take care of yourself, and reach out for help for yourself if needed

Seek out help for yourself or others when negative thoughts and feelings:

  • Are too intense
  • Last too long
  • Interfere with daily activities
  • Are associated with other health issues
  • Don’t get better or do get worse
  • Become dangerous
  • Don’t feel right

If you are interested in assessing your own mental health, take an online screening.

If you are a faculty, staff, parent or family member, please see the Supporting Student Mental Health website for more information.

Crisis Resources

Resources at Carleton

  • 24/7 Counselling Line – 855-705-2479
  • Timely Care
  • Security – 507-222-4444

Other Available Resources

Identity Specific Resources

Campus Resources for Non-Crisis Situations

Please see the Student Resource Guide. Depending on your need, search keywords to find resources. If you have trouble finding a resource, email healthpromotion@carleton.edu and we can help guide you.

Actions Steps to Help Someone

1. Actively listen. Mindfully hear and attempt to comprehend the perspective of your friend (or whoever you are helping).

2. Express your concern. Let your friend know that you care about them and then let them know about the specific behaviors you are concerned about.

3. Seek additional resources. Refer your friend to resources that specialize in their area(s) of concern. If it is a crisis/emergency – contact a crisis resource as soon as possible. See the resources (crisis and non-crisis in the above menu).

4. Follow up. Get together with your friend and ask how they are doing, specifically about the concern(s) you have expressed.

5. Engage in self-care. Take some time to engage in something that you enjoy, so that helping your friend doesn’t lead to more stress for you.

Examples of Emergency Situations

  • Suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempts
  • Alcohol poisoning
  • Panic attack
  • Life-threatening injury
  • Drug overdose
  • Missing student