In the year before 988 becomes widely available, we need all levels of government to ensure that no matter when or where people call 988, there are well-trained staff to answer the call, mobile crisis teams to provide an in-person response, and crisis stabilization programs that can get people on the path to follow-up care.
People who experience a mental health crisis deserve a mental health response, not a criminal justice response.
This month, The Trevor Project released results from its fourth annual National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health in which it surveyed 34,000 youth aged 13-24. Almost half (45%) of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide last year, with youth of color reporting higher rates of suicide attempts. More than half (60%) of LGBTQ youth wanted mental health care in the past year and were unable to receive it. The report also found that having access to affirming homes and schools as well as supportive parents, caregivers and friends, serve as protective factors against suicidality. To learn more, see the results from the 2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health.
NAMI publishes public and community surveys to explore and discover the experiences and perspectives of individuals, family caregivers and members of the public on an array of important topics.
2022 STATE LEGISLATION REPORT Trends in State Mental Health Policy About NAMI NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Acknowledgements and Gratitude This report was prepared by NAMI’s state affairs team, Samira Schreiber, […]
Why are we so afraid of people who have survived trauma?
I’m glad I stopped being silent, because I realized I had nothing to be ashamed of.
To those struggling with depression (particularly young people) who haven’t told anyone about it, I urge you to share.
I have found that I can use my perspective to help and educate others.
People experiencing a mental health emergency deserve quick access to effective mental health care.
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text “NAMI” to 62640, or email. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).
