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If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs immediate assistance, visit our Crisis page.

Si usted o alguien que usted conoce está en crisis y necesita ayuda inmediata, visite nuestra página de Crisis.

For all mental health-related questions, requests for copies of publications, and inquiries concerning NIMH research, policies, and priorities, please contact a health information specialist at the NIMH Information Resource Center using the contact information provided below.

Please note: We cannot provide medical advice or practitioner referrals. If you need medical advice, or a second opinion, please consult your healthcare provider. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has a mental health treatment locator at http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/, or 1-800-662-HELP (4537). The treatment locator is searchable by location and also provides contact information to state mental health agencies. A list of resources for locating a broader range of health practitioners is available from the MedlinePlus Directories.

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    1-301-443-4279
    Email Us: nimhinfo@nih.gov
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    National Institute of Mental Health
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    6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 6200, MSC 9663
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