Instead of 1-800-273-8255, those in a mental health crisis can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline phone number at 988.

HARRISBURG — A new universal three-digit phone number, 9-8-8, launched nationwide to help people who are suffering a mental or behavioral health crisis or contemplating suicide.

As easy to remember as 911, the new 988 phone number will connect callers with mental health professionals with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, formerly known as the National Suicide ...

Editor's note: This op-ed discusses suicide. If you or a loved one are at risk, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for support at 988 or 1-800-273-8255. Suicide is a leading cause of ...

The new 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline phone number must be sustainably funded so that confidential, voluntary services by trained counselors are accessible nationwide.

The National Suicide Lifeline launched a new three-digit phone number for those seeking help during a mental health crisis— just dial 988.