Why access to suicide prevention services is easier in one crucial way

Published: June 8, 2023, 4:23 p.m.

b"Last year the federal government deputed a three-digit suicide prevention hotline phone number. 988. It replaced a 10-digit number. The new number is thanks to the work of a team at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Team members are now finalists in this year's Service to America Medals Program. Two of the finalists, James Wright and Dr. Richard McKeon joined the Federal Drive to tell their story.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"