At 2K, our players' wellbeing is of the utmost importance to us. If you, or someone you know, is struggling, take a look at the resources below — there are many people you can turn to for help, guidance and support.
If you or anyone else are in immediate physical danger, please contact your local law enforcement or emergency services without delay.
Suicide Prevention
International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) – (Global) Find a crisis center or helpline in your country.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – (US) Available 24/7 for English and Spanish speakers.
- Website: https://988lifeline.org/
- Call or Text: 988
Crisis Text Line – (US, UK, Canada, Ireland) 24/7 support from trained Crisis Counselors via text.
- Website: https://www.crisistextline.org/
- US: Text HOME to 741741
- UK: Text SHOUT to 85258
- Canada: Text CONNECT to 686868
- Ireland: Text HOME to 50808
Befrienders Worldwide – (Global) Support for those in emotional distress or feeling suicidal.
- Website: https://www.befrienders.org/
Mental Health
The Samaritans – (UK & Ireland) A safe place to talk 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- Website: https://www.samaritans.org/
- Call: 116 123
Samaritans USA – (US) Direct support and center locator for those in the United States.
- Website: https://samaritansusa.org/
Befrienders Worldwide Directory – (Global) Search by country to find local Samaritans branches or equivalent partners worldwide.
LGBTQ+ Crisis Support
The Trevor Project – (US) Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ young people.
- Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/
- Call: 1-866-488-7386 | Text: Text START to 678-678
Switchboard – (UK) Information, support, and referral service for LGBTQ+ people.
- Website: https://switchboard.lgbt/
- Call: 0800 0119 100 (10 AM–10 PM daily)
Cybersecurity & Digital Safety
- The Cybersmile Foundation – (Global) Help and advice for victims of cyberbullying, doxxing, and online threats.
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Crash Override Network – (Global) Specialized support for those experiencing online harassment, swatting, or doxxing.
- Website: http://www.crashoverridenetwork.com/
Child Safety
International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children (ICMEC) – (Global) Submit a report regarding child exploitation or find global resources.
- Website: https://www.icmec.org/
- Report Portal: https://report.iwf.org.uk/org/
INHOPE – (Global) A global network of hotlines for reporting illegal online content.
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) – (US) The United States' national clearinghouse for child safety.
- Website: https://www.missingkids.org/
- Report Site: https://report.cybertip.org/
- Call: 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
Stop It Now! – (US) Help and resources for the prevention of child sexual abuse.
- Website: https://www.stopitnow.org/
- Call: 1-888-PREVENT (1-888-773-8368)
Bullying
Stomp Out Bullying – (US) Leading national non-profit dedicated to reducing bullying and cyberbullying.
- Website: https://www.stompoutbullying.org/
Crisis Text Line (Bullying Focus) – (Global) Specific help for peer harassment and social exclusion.
Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment
Chayn – (Global) Survival tips and resources for gender-based violence and harassment.
- Website: https://www.chayn.co/
- Global Directory: https://www.chayn.co/global-directory
RAINN (National Sexual Assault Hotline) – (US) Confidential support from trained staff for survivors of sexual assault.
- Website: https://www.rainn.org/
- Call: 800-656-HOPE (4673) | Online Chat: https://hotline.rainn.org/online
National Domestic Violence Hotline – (US) 24/7 support for those facing abuse at home or in relationships.
- Website: https://www.thehotline.org/
- Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Eating and Dietary issues
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) – (US) Information and support for all eating disorders.
- Website: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
- Call: 1-800-931-2237 | Text: Text NEDA to 741741
National Alliance for Eating Disorders – (US) Referral services and therapist-led support groups.
- Website: https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/
- Call: 1-866-662-1235 (9 AM–7 PM ET)
ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders) – (US) Free peer support services for recovery.
- Website: https://anad.org/
- Call: 1-888-375-7767 (9 AM–9 PM CT)
Beat – (UK) - Information and support for eating disorders.
- Website: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/
- Call: 0808 801 0677 (England); 0808 801 0432 (Scotland); 0808 801 0433 (Wales); 0808 801 0434 (N. Ireland) (Mon-Fri, 3pm-8pm)