Patient Stories

If you or someone you know is experiencing a true medical emergency related to substance use disorder (SUD) such as trouble breathing, chest pain, seizure, loss of consciousness, or suspected overdose call 911 immediately.

If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, hopelessness, or feeling like you can’t go on especially if you are also coping with substance use disorder please reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or visiting 988lifeline.org.

A free, private phone number you can call day or night to talk with someone who understands. You’ll be connected to someone who has personal experiences with mental health or substance use disorders. You can call 1-855-PEERS-NC any time you're feeling sad, stressed, lonely, or just need to talk. You don't need to be in crisis to call.