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Let\u2019s face it\u2014even the strongest person can crack. I bet everyone has been stricken with an \u201cin-the-moment\u201d moment. If not yet, you will be whether you want to admit it or not.<\/p>\n
When it does, there\u2019s a confidential lifeline for you. Call 9-8-8, Mental Health Hotline 988.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Having a mental health crisis has a new easy-to-remember, three-digit tool to get 24\/7 help: Dialing 9-8-8. The 988 Lifeline is not new, though the 988 digits are. The number is meant to replace the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800-273-TALK), though 800-273-TALK will remain active.<\/p>\n Note: The new 988 line is not solely for suicide prevention.<\/strong> I like this distinction. Federal officials say it\u2019s for anyone experiencing mental health related distress, whether that is thoughts of suicide, a mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People also may dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.<\/p>\n Most calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline historically have been resolved through the phone call itself, without needing to dispatch a mobile crisis response. The vast majority of calls don\u2019t have to have a higher level of care, which is reassuring.<\/p>\n Make sure to spread this good news.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Debbie Petrina<\/strong> Let\u2019s face it\u2014even the strongest person can crack. I bet everyone has been stricken with an \u201cin-the-moment\u201d moment. If not yet, you will be whether you want to admit it or not. When it does, there\u2019s a confidential lifeline for … Continue reading
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