Crisis Resources
Quitara connects you with peer supporters, not medical professionals. If you are in crisis, please reach out to trained help right away.
If you are in immediate danger, call your local emergency number (911 in the US).
Quitting & Nicotine Support
- 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) — Free US quitline with trained coaches
- SmokefreeTXT — Text QUIT to 47848 for free text support (US)
- WHO tobacco resources (international)
Mental Health & Crisis Lines
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US, call or text, 24/7)
- SAMHSA 1-800-662-4357 — Substance use and mental health helpline (US, 24/7, free and confidential)
- findahelpline.com — Find crisis lines in your country
While You Wait
- Breathe: 4 seconds in, hold for 4, out for 8 — repeat ten times.
- Cravings pass: most peak within 3-5 minutes.
- Drink water, step outside, or change rooms to break the moment.