The current National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will still remain available by calling 1-800-273-8255, but experts say the new three-digit code will be easier to remember during mental health emergencies.
Starting on Saturday, people experiencing mental health distress can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
The new dialing code does not replace the already existing Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255, but it makes the resource easier to remember during emergencies. The shortened version may make the mental health resource more accessible to people experiencing distress, experts say.. Here’s what you need to know about the new hotline.The new three-digit code is a direct line for people experiencing mental health distress to seek help from trained counselors.
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