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988 (sometimes written 9-8-8) is a telephone number used in some North American (NANP) countries for a suicide prevention helpline. In the United States, it is known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and the number 1-800-273-8255). In Canada, it is known as the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline.
There's been lots of talk about 988, the new suicide hotline number, since it was rolled out this summer. Here's what you need to know.
The service is available 24/7 via the toll-free hotline number 988. Callers press 1 on their keypad to connect to the Veterans Crisis Line instead of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which shares the same number. It can also be reached by texting the SMS number 838255 or via online chat on the hotline's website. [1] [2] [3] [4]
If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. You can also text HOME to 741-741 for free, 24-hour support from the Crisis Text Line. Outside of the U.S., please visit the International Association for Suicide Prevention for a database of resources.
The Trevor Project also undertakes mental health research focusing on nonheterosexual youth. According to the project's strategic plan, "The Trevor Project will expand the scale of its flagship national survey while continuing to grow visibility and general public consumption of its research; and to incorporate new studies, scientific advances, and research protocols to build on its thought ...
988 — a new, easy-to-remember suicide and crisis lifeline — launches July 16. Here's what you need to know. 988, the new suicide and crisis lifeline, launches July 16.
Jul. 17—OLYMPIA — A new nationwide three-digit number has been established for those needing assistance with a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide, according to a press release from ...
As a suicide prevention initiative, this sign on the Golden Gate Bridge promotes a special telephone that connects to a crisis hotline, as well as a 24/7 crisis text line. Suicide prevention is a collection of efforts to reduce the risk of suicide . [ 1 ]