Inkling2424
Inkling2424 OP t1_j4rcjwh wrote
Reply to comment by HikariRikue in New suicide hotline 3 digit 988 receiving half a million more calls texts, and chats since starting than prior 10 digit number by Inkling2424
It’s likely always been there but mental health and treatment of the same has become way less stigmatized than it was even 10 years ago.
Inkling2424 OP t1_j4rc7xx wrote
Reply to comment by Rance_Mulliniks in New suicide hotline 3 digit 988 receiving half a million more calls texts, and chats since starting than prior 10 digit number by Inkling2424
I would imagine a lot of that has to do with two other factors: anonymity and wider reduction of stigma regarding mental health. But that’s something for researchers to determine.
Inkling2424 OP t1_j4rbu6t wrote
Reply to comment by GoRangers5 in New suicide hotline 3 digit 988 receiving half a million more calls texts, and chats since starting than prior 10 digit number by Inkling2424
More people are getting help that they need. Which should ultimately have the benefit of reducing harm.
Inkling2424 OP t1_j4rboyz wrote
Reply to comment by LiquidMotion in New suicide hotline 3 digit 988 receiving half a million more calls texts, and chats since starting than prior 10 digit number by Inkling2424
The calls and texts to this service in particular are anonymous, if the person on the other end of the line feels you are a danger to yourself or to others they likely have a duty to report. However please don’t let that discourage you, reach out if you need help.
Inkling2424 OP t1_j4rae8j wrote
Reply to comment by Captspiff14 in New suicide hotline 3 digit 988 receiving half a million more calls texts, and chats since starting than prior 10 digit number by Inkling2424
I’m sorry to hear that happened to you, but glad you’re still here. Don’t ever stop reaching out for help if you need it, you are valuable and worthy.
Inkling2424 OP t1_j4r9wv3 wrote
Reply to comment by Arimon92 in New suicide hotline 3 digit 988 receiving half a million more calls texts, and chats since starting than prior 10 digit number by Inkling2424
Sorry to hear you went through that but glad you’re doing okay. John Green pointed out a poem recently that I am absolutely enamored with :
“Hope” is the thing with feathers - That perches in the soul - And sings the tune without the words - And never stops - at all -
-Emily Dickinson
If you find yourself in a place where you can’t hear that song please reach out to someone.
Inkling2424 OP t1_j4rf7nz wrote
Reply to comment by LZSchneider1 in New suicide hotline 3 digit 988 receiving half a million more calls texts, and chats since starting than prior 10 digit number by Inkling2424
This is a common misconception, they can and will if they feel you are in imminent danger, but this is a last resort. Please seek help if you need it.