(Getty Images) As of July 16, people with a mental health emergency can call, text or chat 988 …

(Getty Images) As of July 16, people with a mental health emergency can call, text or chat 988 ...

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As of July 16, people with a mental health emergency can call, text or chat 988 and connect with trained suicide prevention and mental health crisis lifeline counselors. The 3-digit direct number is available 24/7 and is free to use.