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Samaritans of Singapore (SOS) is a non denominational, non-profit suicide prevention centre. Since its establishment in 1969, SOS has developed into a professionally run and managed organisation. Since its establishment in 1969, SOS has developed into a professionally run and managed organisation.
Singapore ranked 105th by age-standardised suicide rate according to the World Health Organization in 2016. [6] Generally, the rate of suicide is rising. In 2016, the rate of suicide was 8.54 per 100,000 individuals, up from 8.43 in 2015. [7] Like most issues of mental illness and death, suicide is generally viewed as a taboo subject in Singapore.
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. In the United States, the 988 number was implemented in July 2022 as an evolution of its predecessor, a 1-800 number that began in ...
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.
Story at a glance On Saturday, the new 988 number for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline will become live. Anyone can call or text 988 or use an online chat that needs support for a suicidal ...
The new three-digit “988” National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number officially launched on Saturday, July 16. Anyone witnessing or experiencing a mental health crisis can call, text or chat ...
Experts on the ketogenic diet recommend it be strongly considered for children with uncontrolled epilepsy who have tried and failed two anticonvulsant drugs; [19] most children who start the ketogenic diet have failed at least three times this number. [27] The ketogenic diet is indicated as an adjunctive (additional) treatment in children and ...
Suicide.org (suicide.org) has a list of South Korean suicide hotlines. Counsel24: Call 1566–2525; Lifeline Korea: Call 1588–9191; Mental Health Center Crisis Counseling 24hrs: Call 1577–0199; Ministry of Health & Welfare Call Center 24hrs: Call 129; Youth Cyber Counselling Center (ages 9-24): Call 1388 or live chat [54]