Why is 988 important? America is experiencing a mental health crisis. Luckily that crisis is reversible.
For too long, our system for mental health crisis services has been underfunded and undervalued. We will now meet this challenge with evidence-based crisis intervention that the 988 crisis line will provide.
What is 988 988 is a new three-digit for The National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. A crisis line available 24/7 for anyone needing resources, emergency services or just someone to talk to. In 2020, the Lifeline received nearly 2.4 million calls. With an easy to remember and dial number 988, the Lifeline hopes to reach many more people in emotional crisis. Click on the link to learn more: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: A National Safety Net and 9-8-8 by John Draper, Phd
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