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Runaway Help Lines

If you are a runaway teen facing a crisis, or if you are considering leaving home, and need to talk to a real person RIGHT NOW, try contacting one of these agencies.
Boys & Girls Town National Hotline
A national (U.S.) hotline for teens in crisis sponsored by Boys & Girls Town USA.
Covenant House
Follow the links or call the NineLine for guidance and advice when you need help.
National Runaway Switchboard
A confidential, free hotline for runaway youth, teens in crisis, and concerned friends and family members. No international numbers.
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