US Medical Term · emergency
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
988 Línea de Crisis y Suicidio
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline |
| Spanish (Español) | 988 Línea de Crisis y Suicidio |
| Chinese (中文) | 988自杀和危机生命线 |
| Korean (한국어) | 988 자살 및 위기 상담 전화 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Đường dây khủng hoảng 988 |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | 988 Suicide at Crisis Lifeline |
| Portuguese (Português) | 988 Linha de Crise e Suicídio |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | สายด่วน 988 วิกฤตและการฆ่าตัวตาย |
| Japanese (日本語) | 988自殺・クライシスライフライン |
What it means
988 is a three-digit dialing code that connects callers in the United States to the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, operated by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). The service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by call or text. Trained counselors provide confidential support for people experiencing suicidal thoughts, mental health crises, or substance use emergencies. The service is free and does not require health insurance. Veterans can press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line.
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Related guide
→ US Guide: mental health and 988Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026