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988 Suicide Prevention Lifeline sees 45% increase in contacts, but funding concerns remain

Por: ABC News Politics September 30, 2022

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Since the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline launched on July 16, call centers have seen a 45% increase in contacts -- primarily in people texting or sending messages seeking help -- compared to last year, according to new data from the federal government's Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).What we've seen is a big increase in text and chat, and some increase in phone calls, said Tim Jansen, chief executive... + full article



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