Missouri 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The number of calls to 988 from Missouri jumped 136% in May 2024 compared to May 2022, according to recent data from the health policy nonprofit KFF.

The federal government debuted the 988 mental health crisis hotline in 2022. While Missouri answers more than 9 out of 10 calls, a report finds the state needs more follow-up care.

The legislation also mandates that the veterans commission provide a detailed report to the legislature by next year on its efforts.

The newly released 2024-2028 Missouri Suicide Prevention Plan offers tools and strategies that are intended to help decrease Missouri’s number of suicide deaths.

A St. Louis-based firm will review accusations of harassment and bullying by vice president who took her life.

The Missouri HBCU's national alumni association leaders echo Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey's scathing critique of university president John B. Moseley.

The president of the historically Black university in Jefferson City is now on administrative leave amid accusations of bullying from the former vice president for student affairs.

Columbia-based organization DeafLEAD was chosen as one of two national partners that will provide ASL crisis services through the 988 Lifeline.

What happens when you call or text the now year-old Missouri 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for yourself or on behalf of someone you know? Burrell Behavioral Health director of crisis services CARISA KESSLER has the answer on today's show. July 26, 2023