07/19/2022
What amazing news! We are so grateful people have access to this help.
From :
"Starting on Saturday [July 16th] people who are experiencing mental distress will be able to dial just three numbers to reach the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline.
Anyone in the U.S. can text or call 988 to reach trained counselors who can help them cope with a mental health emergency, and direct them to additional resources for mental health and substance use treatment.
The Lifeline's existing 1-800 number still works, but the service has gotten a makeover and will now be more able to address genral mental health concerns and emotional distress, as well as su***de crises.
Employees and volunteers staffing the 24-hour hotline will be trained counselors. In some states, they will now also be able to connect callers with local crisis teams."
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