(988), The Mental Health Crisis Line

(988), The Mental Health Crisis Line:

The Specific mental health crisis hotline number “988.”

In the United States, there is a national mental health crisis hotline which can be reached by dialing 988, and also the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline/hotline that can be reached at 1–800–273–8255. You can call this number if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or is in distress.

Please note that services and phone numbers may change, so it’s a good idea to verify the current number for any mental health crisis line in your area. In 2020, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced plans to establish “988” as a new, nationwide three-digit number for a mental health crisis and suicide prevention hotline. This was intended to make it easier for people to access help during a mental health crisis. It’s possible that “988” has been established as the new number.

So I recommend checking the latest information for the most accurate and up-to-date contact details.

Shervan K Shahhian