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  • More than a hotline: 988 meant to ease access to mental health services

    Alexandra Conforti, Cronkite News|Updated Aug 5, 2022

    PHOENIX-Mental health emergencies in the United States haven't gotten the attention and support they require, resulting in increased suicide rates over past decades-particularly among teens, young adults and people of color. Enter 988 – the federally mandated dialing code used to connect those in need to 24/7 suicide prevention services. A call or text to the number links individuals with trained counselors who are part of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. T...