988 Lifeline Launch Linked to 11% Drop in Youth Suicide Deaths

The American Journal of Managed Care® (AJMC®)·Apr 22

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A study has found that the launch of the 988 lifeline is associated with a drop in youth suicide deaths, with some reports indicating an 11% decline. However, the exact percentage decrease is unclear, with one report suggesting a decline of about 18% in a specific region. The launch of the 988 hotline appears to have led to an increase in calls and a corresponding decrease in youth suicide deaths.

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