Korean crisis support directory

Youth Helplines

Explore Korean support lines for school violence, runaway youth, academic stress, and teen self-harm, including hotline 1388.

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Call 1388 or start a chat on KakaoTalk

If calling feels like too much, search "1388" on KakaoTalk and start with a text message. If home or school is dangerous, youth shelter connection is available.

Counseling is confidential by default. If there is an urgent risk to life or safety, the counselor may contact a guardian or relevant agency to help.

1388 — phone and KakaoTalkYouth shelter availableConfidential by default; urgent safety exception
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