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New suicide prevention number 988 will be available soon - jobayetieb - 05-22-2024 11:32 PM For those experiencing a mental health crisis, help will soon be available by dialing just three digits. Starting July 16, 2022, anyone in the US can dial or text 988 and contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network. The National Lifeline Suicide Prevention Network is a national network of local crisis centers that offer free, confidential emotional support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Trained crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Baricitinib 4mg (Barigen) people ages 10 to 14 and 25 to 34. 1 For every person who dies by suicide annually, 316 people seriously consider suicide but do not take their own life. 2 Since its inception in 2005, the National Lifeline Suicide Prevention Network has received more than 20 million calls from people seeking support. ![]() As part of their local communities, hotline centers are knowledgeable about local services and can offer referrals if needed. If you or a loved one is dealing with suicidal thoughts, help is available just by making a call or sending a text message. Call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network at 1-800-273-8255. This longer number will continue to work after 988 is launched nationwide. There is also the option to chat online with a crisis counselor through the Lifeline website. |