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A year after 988 suicide hotline launched, most Americans still don't know about it. Why?

Nov 14, 2023 | timestelegram.com | Stephanie Brooks Holliday

It's clear that some kind of broader advertising and outreach campaign about 988 is as necessary today as it was in July 2022. Too many are still calling 911 as default. Show Caption Hide Caption Mental health: 9-8-8 set to become national crisis hotlineAn easy-to-remember three-digit number aims to transform the nation's approach to crisis care by providing mental healthcare emergency service.
A year after 988 suicide hotline launched, most Americans still don't know about it. Why?

Nov 14, 2023 | usatoday.com | Stephanie Brooks Holliday

If you or someone you know is in need of mental health resources and support, please call, text or chat the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit 988lifeline.org for 24/7 access to free and confidential services. 911 is the most well-known phone number in the country. When 911 launched in 1968, its original intent was to alert responders to emergency situations such as fire, crime and accidents.
Upstream Suicide Prevention in the U.S. Army

Jul 20, 2023 | rand.org | Stephanie Brooks |Lynsay Ayer |Stephanie Brooks Holliday |Robin L. Beckman

The goal of this study was to examine the factors associated with Army noncommissioned officer (NCO) experiences, attitudes, and behaviors in their role of identifying potential suicide risk factors in their fellow soldiers.
National Preparedness for 988

Jul 14, 2023 | rand.org | Stephanie Brooks |Samantha Matthews |Jonathan Cantor |Stephanie Brooks Holliday

988, a national mental health emergency hotline number, went live throughout the United States in July 2022. 988 connects callers to the 988 Crisis & Suicide Lifeline, previously known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The transition to the three-digit number aimed to respond to a growing national mental health crisis and to expand access to crisis care. We examined preparedness throughout the U.S. for the transition to 988.
Treating Mental Health Within Jails Should Start Beyond Jails

Jun 22, 2023 | rand.org | Stephanie Brooks Holliday |Stephanie Brooks

In the United States, people with mental health concerns are disproportionately jailed at a staggering rate. The three largest mental health facilities in the United States are jails. In Los Angeles, 41 percent of the jail population has a diagnosed mental health condition, is experiencing mental health symptoms, or is taking psychiatric medication, a number that has increased 21 percent since 2020. The situation in the Los Angeles County jail is particularly dire.
Fashion in focus

May 2, 2023 | sheppadviser.com.au | Stephanie Brooks Holliday

By Stephanie HollidayOUR vibrant art culture, great eateries and selection of locally owned boutiques lends itself to tendency for many locals to dress to the nines. One such person is Cleo, who we spotted walking in Queen’s Gardens. Cleo spoke to us about how she feels about fashion, where she draws inspiration from and how she puts her outfits together. We will be on the lookout for more fashion aficionados on the street in future, so dress up for your chance to be featured on our pages.
Rural women's leadership and mentoring programs

Feb 21, 2023 | sheppadviser.com.au | Stephanie Brooks Holliday

By Stephanie HollidayWOMEN across Victoria living in regional and rural areas can apply for the 2023 Rural Women’s Network Leadership and Mentoring Programs up until 5pm on February 27. Both programs will encourage and empower participants to have an active voice and role in the agriculture sector. The leadership program will provide women with support to participate in training or study that accelerates their development as leaders.