The following Terms of Service apply to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) text, phone, chat, and videophone services. They have been developed by…
Answer: We work hard to make sure that everyone can reach a 988 counselor as quickly as possible. If you call 988 and are having trouble connecting to a…
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Data Access & Requests to Collaborate on Research (L-DAC) The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) may accept requests to…
Answer: Yes. When calling 988, press 2 to connect to a trained Spanish-speaking crisis counselor. When texting 988 in Spanish, you will be asked to type “Ayuda”…
Answer: In 2022, a pilot project was launched for LGBTQI+ people under 25 to access affirming support via the 988 Lifeline by calling 988 and pressing #3.
This page is regularly updated with new resources and information. What is Coronavirus (COVID-19)? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have…
Across the United States, many communities are experiencing unrest and distress related to the unjust treatment of individuals who are Black in this country.
The 988 Lifeline provides mental health professionals and crisis centers in the 988 Lifeline network with innovative best practices and resources in the field…
Answer: People who call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline are not required to provide any personal information to receive services. It is important to note that…
For over 10 years, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has worked with social media platforms and digital communities to establish recommended best practices in…
Network Performance Metrics Network-wide performance metrics are now available in an interactive dashboard format via SAMHSA. This dashboard was built to create…
Learn more about our network of crisis contact centers and what you can do to support them. What is a Crisis Center? Crisis centers answer 988 Lifeline calls…
Like other oppressed communities, LGBTQI+ communities are disproportionately at risk for suicide and other mental health struggles due to historic and ongoing…
Neurodivergence describes people who may learn or process information and the world in different ways than the general population. The word is used to describe…
The road to emotional recovery after a natural or human-caused disaster can be long, but you’re not alone. How To Take Care Of Yourself People can experience a…
Your mental health is a priority. Wellness among Black communities is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Below, you will find tips and resources to support…
Answer: Current requirements are for each center in the network to develop their own training curriculum that incorporates the 988 Lifeline’s clinical…
Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you judgment-free…
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people between 10 and 24. Sometimes it feels as though your struggle is being underestimated because of…
Your mental health and wellness is a priority. American Indian, Alaska Natives, and Indigenous Peoples communities are placed at a higher risk due to historical…
Our crisis contact centers offers many services for people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, including veterans. 988 and Videophone You can reach out to 988…
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