988 hotline’s launch is linked to thousands of fewer suicide deaths, study finds
Suicide deaths among 15 to 23-year-olds were 11 percent lower than what researchers expected between July 2022 — when the lifeline launched — and December 2024, according to a study.
- 988 hotline says suicide deaths are down among young people Associated Press —
- 988 hotline's launch is linked to thousands of fewer suicide deaths among teens and young adults The Independent —
- Increased calls to 988 hotline associated with a drop in suicides among young people, study finds Boston Globe —