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Counseling and Psychological Services

What is a Crisis?

 

If you know anyone who may be in immediate danger, contact University Police by dialing 911 from a campus landline or (631) 632-3333 from a cell phone or off-campus phone.


A crisis can take many forms. It may involve:

  • An intense emotional reaction to a difficult event
  • Overwhelming feelings that are hard to manage
  • Anger that is difficult to control
  • Self-injury
  • Thoughts of suicide
  • Strange thoughts or behaviors

No Stony Brook student should face a crisis alone. Help is always available.

What to Do if You or Someone Else Is in Crisis

During Office Hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–5:00 PM):

  • Call (631) 632-6720 or visit the CAPS office in person
  • Tell the receptionist it is an emergency and that you need to speak with someone as soon as possible
  • Or, call the Crisis Line at 855-509-5742

After Hours:

  • Call the CAPS Crisis Line at 855-509-5742

  • Or call (631) 632-6720 and dial 1 to be connected to after-hours support