Suicide, crisis hotline's LGBTQ+ youth services to be removed
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) announced that the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline will discontinue the “press three” option after July 27.

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline offered a phone option to “press three” or a text prompt to “reply pride” specifically for individuals up to age 25 who identified as LGBTQ+.

It would dispatch them to counselors that are specifically trained to provided lifesaving services for LGBTQ+ youth.

“We know that LGBT+ youth are four times more likely to commit suicide, which is why these programs are established,” Michael Bell, the executive director of Savannah Pride Center, stated.

SAMHSA said in a statement that they are focusing on serving all help seekers, including those previously served through the “press three” option. Bell said that the removal of the option is a loss to the community.

“LGBTQ+ people are dealing with a specific set of circumstances and our community transcend race, religion, socioeconomic status,” Bell said. “When there’s continued attacks on this very specific community and are falling victim to suicide, depression, drug and alcohol abuse, not because of their identity, but because of the constant barrage of attacks that come from our own government. “

As the only pride center in the State of Georgia, Bell ensured the community that there is still help out their if you need it.

“There is still affirming care out there for you, look for these nonprofits and the work that we’re doing to connect with that care during such a tumultuous time,” Bell said.

The Savannah Pride Center said they are expanding their services to make up for what they call a national loss. SAMHSA said that anyone who calls the 988 lifelines will continue to receive compassion and help.

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