Immediate or Imminent Concerns

If a student’s conduct is clearly or imminently reckless, disorderly, dangerous, or threatening to self or others, please call University Police at (657) 278-2515.

 Students in crisis may call CAPS at (657) 278-3040. Crisis counselors are available by phone 24/7 for students who are experiencing a crisis. Students can also call  (657) 278-3040 between 8am and 5pm to schedule an appointment with a therapist that can be conducted through Zoom. Students also have access to YOU@Fullerton (https://you.fullerton.edu/) where they can access a wealth of mental health resources. 

In the event of an extreme mental health emergency or life-threatening situation, it is recommended that the student (or faculty and staff) call  University Police at (657) 278-2515 to request a welfare check or go to their local emergency room.  Please refer to the Welfare Check Guide for a more detailed description of the welfare check request process.

 

Suicide Awareness and Prevention

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among college students. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of wanting to end thier life please know that help and support is available.

As Titans, we can all help prevent suicide. Friends and family are trusted by individuals in crisis and can be in the best position to help them. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of wanting to end their life, please refer them to resources for help and support. 

The following options for help are available any day of the year, at any hour, seven days a week:

1) Call 657-278-3040 to speak to an on-call Clinician

2) Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

3) Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741-741