988 & Crisis Systems Response
In 2020, Congress designated the new 988 dialing code to be operated through the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. SAMHSA sees 988 as a first step towards a transformed crisis care system in America.
- Crisis Systems Response Training and Technical Assistance
- Saving Lives in America: 988 Quality and Services Plan (PDF | 681 KB)
- Practical Guide for Advising People on Using 988 Versus 911
- FY21 Appropriations Report to Congress (PDF | 879 KB)
988 Partner Toolkit
The 988 Partner Toolkit is intended to facilitate partner efforts for collaborative and aligned 988 communication planning.
- Key Messages
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Logo and Branding
- 988 Day
- Social Media Shareables
- End Cards for Media
- Order 988 print materials
- More Resources
The Data
In 2020, the U.S. had one death by suicide every 11 minutes. Suicide is a leading cause of death for people aged 10-34 years.
- 988 Lifeline Network Performance Metrics
- SAMHSA’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH)
- CDC’s Suicide and Self-Harm Injury Data for the U.S. | National Center for Health Statistics
The Lifeline
There is hope. Providing 24/7, free and confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress works. The Lifeline helps thousands of people overcome crisis situations every day.
988 Newsroom
National Media Requests about 988
media@samhsa.hhs.gov
240-276-2130 (press 4)
Partners
The U.S. Surgeon GeneralCenters for Disease Control and PreventionIndian Health ServiceDepartment of Transportation
Partners
The U.S. Surgeon GeneralCenters for Disease Control and PreventionIndian Health ServiceDepartment of Transportation
