988 rolls out as national suicide and crisis lifeline number
Added 2022-07-20 15:53:01 +0000 UTCYou can now dial 988 in the United States for assistance with: thoughts of suicide, Mental health crises, substance use crises, or any other kind of emotional distress.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted the new, nationwide, easy-to-remember, three-digit number in 2020. As of July 16, 2022, people experiencing a mental health crisis, or those worried about a loved one going through a crisis, can call, text, or chat 988 via cell phone, landline, or voice-over-internet device and be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The current NSPL number (1-800-273-TALK (8255)) will continue to be in service; the new three-digit number is intended to be easier to remember and access in times of crisis...
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The email alert appends "for patrons only" to the headline which makes it sound like 988 is somehow a patreon benefit 😁
Edible Robotics
2022-07-20 18:32:53 +0000 UTC
