HUTCHINSON, Kan. — September is Suicide Prevention Month. 

This month serves as an important reminder of services available to help someone, connecting with resources and understanding warning signs.

Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs of suicide and how to get help can save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline was debuted in 2022 as a simple, free and confidential option for individuals seeking suicide prevention support or crisis services.&nbsp;

In July 2024 alone, the line had Total Routed Contacts of 674,393.

Callers can access trained counselors 24/7 through phone call, text or chat at <a href="http://www.988lifeline.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0giv0_ffh_QXwSWThQl_fPMzHSoA4qLaxfYgDIXVcv0UYxiDIJ2gCOTj0_aem_fCRaCOohKaZQATauH1EqJQ" target="_blank">www.988lifeline.org</a> .&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — September is Suicide Prevention Month. This month serves as an important reminder of services available to help someone, connecting with resources and understanding warning signs.Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs of suicide and how to get help can save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline was debuted in 2022 as a simple, free and confidential option for individuals seeking suicide prevention support or crisis services.&nbsp;In July 2024 alone, the line had Total Routed Contacts of 674,393.Callers can access trained counselors 24/7 through phone call, text or chat at <a href="http://www.988lifeline.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0giv0_ffh_QXwSWThQl_fPMzHSoA4qLaxfYgDIXVcv0UYxiDIJ2gCOTj0_aem_fCRaCOohKaZQATauH1EqJQ" target="_blank">www.988lifeline.org</a> .&nbsp; &nbsp;