About the mid shore suicide coalition

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FAMILIARITY WITH 988 CONTINUES TO INCREASE. Two years into 988, there is a growing familiarity with the three-digit number for calling, texting, and chatting. 63% of adults have at least heard of 988 with 33% saying they are familiar with the Lifeline, and 78% say they would be somewhat or very likely to use 988 if they or someone they knew needed help. This is an increase over previous polling in 2022 when 57% had heard of 988 and 28% were familiar.  

MOST ADULTS FEEL COMFORTABLE CONTACTING A MENTAL HEALTH HOTLINE

71% of U.S. adults would feel comfortable reaching out to a mental health hotline, while just 15% said they have used one in the past. 38% said they would turn to a mental health hotline as a resource for helpful tips about coping with thoughts of suicide or helping a loved one struggling with thoughts of suicide.