Suicide Prevention Options
- If there is an immediate danger of suicide, contact the UC Merced Police Department at 209-228-2677 or the nearest police station by dialing 911 (9-911 if on campus)
- Go to the nearest hospital emergency room
- Contact Counseling & Psychological Services to consult with a crisis counselor at 209-228-4266
- Text 741-741 to the National Crisis Services Textline
- National Suicide Hotline 800-784-2433 (SUICIDE)
Violence Prevention Options
- If there is an immediate danger of violence or if violence has occurred, contact the UC Merced Police Department at 209-228-2677 or your nearest police station by dialing 911 (9-911 if on campus)
- Go to the nearest hospital emergency room
- If you are concerned about another individual’s potential for violence, contact the UC Merced Police Department at 209-228-2677
- If you are concerned about your own potential for committing violence, contact Counseling & Psychological Services at 209-228-4266
- If you have concerns about your own anger management skills, contact Counseling & Psychological Services at 209-228-4266
Urgent Emotional or Psychological Crises
Our professional staff are available to provide immediate assessment and intervention for students faced with a crisis or concern that feels too overwhelming to wait for a regularly scheduled appointment.
- Contact Counseling and Psychological Services at 209-228-4266 Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:00pm.
- Speak to a Counseling and Psychological Services professional available for in-person crisis consultation, assessment and intervention weekdays Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:00pm.
- Evenings, weekends, and holidays, call 209-228-4266 for emergency on-call assistance.
