Today, the @FCC has voted unanimously to start the implementation of the 988 number as the official nationwide suicide hotline by 2022. This is SUCH an important step in making mental health and suicide prevention crisis services more accessible for everyone. 👏
The mental health toll is different for everyone. Check in on yourself, check in on a friend.
If you or someone you care about is struggling, please reach out. There are kind and supportive humans at @CrisisTextLine and @800273TALK who are ready to listen.
Anger, fury, grief, anxiety, fear, helplessness.
The death of George Floyd and the feelings we are experiencing because of it - and because of the ongoing realities that caused it - are valid. Your feelings are valid.
We know there's a lot going on, and sometimes it can be easy to forget to take time for yourself. Do one, or try for multiple and make a #bingo out of it! For more online resources for #QuarantineLife check out: https://t.co/RBNVXKoAbo #activeminds#mentalhealth#youmatter
🚨If you see one or more of these signs, it's important to step in or speak up: https://t.co/AMXozYryLF
🤝Take an active role in helping support your mental health and others this year. Learn more at https://t.co/WhW7qdAeLb.
🎦: Created in collaboration with @Active_Minds
If you need someone to talk to, remember that the Lifeline is here for you any time day or night, every day of the year at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Your life matters and we want to help you through.