Mental health is as important as physical health. It includes your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental illnesses are serious disorders that can affect your thinking, mood, and behavior. Many factors can contribute to these disorders. These factors can include genes, family history, and life experiences. These government services can help you find someone to talk to, treatment options, and information on a wide range of mental health issues. Dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline For suicidal thoughts and behavior, dial 988 for help from the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can also reach them at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255). Talk to Someone About Depression and Other Mental Health Issues If you don't have access to a health care professional, call for help with mental health problems. For emergency help - Call 911.  For mental health issues after a disaster - Contact the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990. For veterans experiencing a crisis - Contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255, and press 1.  For substance abuse treatment and mental health referrals - Call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).   Get Treatment for Mental Health Issues Health centers and behavioral health treatment facilities can provide services that can help.  Locate a health center near you to make an appointment for mental health services. Find a behavioral health treatment facility. These facilities offer help with mental health issues or substance abuse problems. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) conducts research and clinical trials on many mental health issues. NIMH is a part of the National Institutes of Health. Learn how to participate in a clinical trial. Find mental health services for veterans and their family members. These services can help with depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other issues.   Find Mental Health Information Learn the warning signs of a mental health problem and how to talk about these issues with others. Learn how to talk about mental health—the facts, myths, and typical treatments—at MentalHealth.gov. Order mental health publications for help with a wide range of mental health issues, conditions, and disorders.