International readers
shrinQ is available widely, but it is written from a United States perspective.
Where this content comes from
shrinQ is produced in the United States. Its content is general education and is written with a United States frame of reference. It is not directed at any particular country, and it is not adapted to the laws, healthcare systems, or clinical standards of any specific jurisdiction.
Local laws and standards vary
Health laws, professional regulation, privacy rules, and standards of care differ from country to country. Information that is general and appropriate in one place may not fit another. If you are outside the United States, please understand shrinQ as general educational material and rely on qualified local professionals for guidance specific to you.
Crisis resources outside the United States
The crisis resources listed elsewhere on this site, such as 988, are United States services. If you are outside the United States and need urgent help, please contact your local emergency number or a crisis line in your country. shrinQ is education, not therapy, diagnosis, treatment, crisis care, or medical advice.
To find a line in your country, you can use Find A Helpline (opens in a new tab) or the International Association for Suicide Prevention directory (opens in a new tab). For general mental-health information, the World Health Organization (opens in a new tab) maintains country-independent resources.
Language
shrinQ is currently provided in English. Automated translation, if you use it, may not convey the content accurately. Where meaning matters, please rely on the original English text.
See also: Medical disclaimer, Privacy policy.