Who Should call 9-8-8?

Learn how 988 can assist you and people close to you.

9-8-8 is for anyone who is thinking about suicide, or who is worried about someone they know. Suicide prevention is the primary focus of 9-8-8, but no one who calls or texts the helpline will be turned away. Everyone who contacts 9-8-8 will be assessed for suicide risk, and all 9-8- 8 responders are trained to respond to people going through a range of crises.

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Updated on Thu, 30 Nov 2023 by Sean Otway

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