Resources for Media

from NAMI Maine

Reporting on Mental Health?
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Accurate, ethical, and non-stigmatizing reporting on mental health and suicide is crucial to our mission of mental well-being for all Mainers. Explore the resources below to find language guides, common myths vs. facts, and data on mental health and suicide prevention.

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NAMI Maine Helpline: 1-800-464-5767 #1
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7 Support: Call or Text 988
Maine Crisis Line: 1-888-568-1112
Maine Intentional Peer Support Warmline (24/7): 1-866-771-9276
Veteran Crisis Line: 988 #1

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Suicide Prevention Focus
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional crisis, help is available 24/7 by dialing 988 (in the U.S.). For peer support in Maine, the NAMI Maine Helpline is available at 1-800-464-5767 (press 1) Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. ET.
Mental Health Focus
If you or someone you know needs help or information about mental-health support, call NAMI Maine’s Helpline at 1-800-464-5767 (press 1), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. ET.
Abuse/Trama/Intersectional Mental Health Focus
If you’ve experienced abuse or trauma and feel overwhelmed, isolated, or in distress, you do not have to face it alone. For non-crisis mental health support and resources in Maine, contact the NAMI Maine Helpline at 1-800-464-5767 (press 1). If you are in crisis or need immediate help, call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

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