- When you watch videos on certain topics such as suicide, self-harm or eating disorders.
- In your search results, when you search for topics related to certain health crises or emotional distress.
If you want to learn more, the crisis resource panel also links you to the partner's website. We want to give you info that's helpful and timely, so you can't currently dismiss the crisis resource panel.
Crisis resource panels may not be available in all countries/regions and languages. We're working to bring crisis resource panels to more countries/regions.
When you search for certain topics such as suicide, self-harm or eating disorders, you'll also go to a pause page before you get your search results. The pause page offers options for how to proceed, including connecting you to one of our crisis resource partners and suggesting other search options to help you support yourself. These suggestions may include search options, such as grounding exercises or building self-compassion.
Get help for yourself or someone else
If you are in a suicidal crisis or emotional distress, you can use the info below to get help:
- The United States:
- Get in touch with 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling 988 or using their web chat service. Crisis workers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Calls and chats are free of charge and confidential.
- Other countries/regions: To find a crisis centre in your area, go to the International Association for Suicide Prevention website.
If you believe that someone else is in danger of suicide, you can:
- Get in touch with your local law enforcement for immediate help. Make sure that you have their contact details to share with local law enforcement.
- Use the info above to talk to someone about what's going on and how you can help them.
- Encourage them to get in touch with a suicide prevention hotline using the info above.
Where the info comes from
Info in the crisis resource panels comes from recognised crisis service partners. Partnerships vary by country/region.
When to consult a healthcare professional
Health-related info on YouTube doesn't apply to everyone and isn't medical advice. If you have a medical concern, make sure that you get in touch with a healthcare provider. If you think that you may have a medical emergency, contact your local emergency number.
Info that YouTube stores about your search and watch history
Crisis resource panels only surface if:
- The current video is related to suicide or self-harm, or
- Your search term is related to certain health crises or emotional distress.
These panels are not triggered based on your watch and search history. But you can find and remove your history by reviewing your data in YouTube. Learn how to view and delete your search history or view, pause and clear your watch history. You can also browse YouTube while incognito.
Report incorrect info
If there are issues with the crisis resource info on YouTube or if you have a suggestion, you can:
- Submit feedback via More
in the crisis resource panel or
- Send us feedback using the menu from your profile picture.
in the crisis resource panel or