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Tweet - "This #SuicidePreventionMonth is the first since 988 took effect nationwide to connect folks in a mental health crisis to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. We lose too many loved ones to suicide, and this will make it easier to seek help. You are #NotAlone"

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Date: Sept. 2, 2022
Issues: Health and Health Care

"This #SuicidePreventionMonth is the first since 988 took effect nationwide to connect folks in a mental health crisis to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. We lose too many loved ones to suicide, and this will make it easier to seek help. You are #NotAlone

"From isolation to economic angst, there's no question that the pandemic has exacerbated rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide within our communities. This summer, I secured $1,000,000 in the FY 2022 omnibus appropriations bill for the @ThresholdsChi Young Adult Program.

"I was also proud to support the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which included more than $3 bil for school and community-based mental health and trauma-informed care.

There is more Congress can & must do to strengthen our mental health care system--but these are critical steps.

"Depression and thoughts of suicide are scary. But you are #NotAlone. Call or text 988 or chat http://988lifeline.org 24/7 to reach a trained crisis counselor at the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. #SuicidePrevention"

@SenatorDurbin


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