, /PRNewswire/ -- On the eve of the second anniversary of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline's nationwide availability, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released two new resources that highlight crucial steps policymakers can take to help people experiencing a mental health crisis. More than 10 million contacts have already been made to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline since , however, today's , and a show the pressing need to raise awareness of 988 while strengthening the crisis response system to meet the growing demand. "After two years of 988, millions of people have already received help for a mental health crisis or other emotional distress.
As we look to year three, NAMI's new poll shows that we're only scratching the surface on getting the word out about this life-saving resource," said NAMI Chief Executive Officer "With strong trust in 988, strong support for policies and funding for 988 and crisis services as well as innovative examples of how states are addressing this challenge, it's time for policymakers at every level to do more to reimagine and strengthen our response to mental health crises and help people get the care they need." NAMI and Ipsos started measuring awareness of 988 in Fall 2021, before 988 became available nationwide. While awareness has increased significantly since then, the latest poll – conducted in June – finds awareness and familiarity with 988 have remained steady since .
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