Outside the United States
International crisis and gambling support
Phone numbers, eligibility, hours, and languages differ by country. Use a current local service for where you are now.
If you may be in immediate danger
Contact the emergency services or a crisis line for your current location. If possible, stay with someone you trust while you make contact.
Search crisis helplines by country →Check the listing’s current hours, contact methods, and service area before relying on it.
In Canada
If you are thinking about suicide or worried about someone who may be, call or text 9-8-8. Canada's 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline is available 24 hours a day, every day.
If your safety is at immediate risk or a suicide attempt is in progress, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Read the official Canadian 9-8-8 guidance →Gambling support in Italy
The Istituto Superiore di Sanità lists its national phone counselling service for people affected by gambling problems and their families at 800 558 822. It describes the service as anonymous and free, open Monday to Friday, 10:00–16:00. This is not an emergency service.
Call 800 558 822Contact and hours checked July 24, 2026.
Global gambling support
Gambling Therapy, run by the UK charity Gordon Moody, describes itself as a free global online service for practical advice and emotional support related to gambling. Its live support can use automated translation. It is not emergency services.
Open Gambling Therapy live support →In the United States?
The U.S. page lists 911, 988, and the National Problem Gambling Helpline as separate choices.
Open U.S. crisis and gambling support →Source basis: the World Health Organization recommends contacting emergency services or a crisis line when someone may be in immediate danger. International directories and support services can change, so confirm the current listing before use.