New York, Connecticut see uptick in 988 calls, fewer suicides since hotline's launch

Name: New York, Connecticut see uptick in 988 calls, fewer suicides since hotline's launch
Uploaded: 2026-04-22T17:58:00-0400
Duration: 1 min 7 s
Description: According to a new study in The Journal of the American Medical Association, suicide mortality for teens and young adults, ages 15-34, has fallen by 11% compared to pre-988 trends. If you or someone you know needs help, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline anytime, 24/7, by calling 988.

According to a new study in The Journal of the American Medical Association, suicide mortality for teens and young adults, ages 15-34, has fallen by 11% compared to pre-988 trends. If you or someone you know needs help, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline anytime, 24/7, by calling 988.