988 is now active across the United States. This three-digit dialing code will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
This new, shorter phone number will make it easier for people to remember and access mental health crisis services. The Lifeline’s toll-free number, 988, connects the caller to a certified crisis center near where the call is placed.
Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide. Learn more here: https://988lifeline.org/
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