66 pages 2 hours read

Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

Fighting Words

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2020

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Resource: Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Phone Number: 988

The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is an invaluable resource for individuals in crisis in the United States. The number was changed from the original 1-800 number to make it easier for individuals to remember and quicker for them access. The lifeline is active 24 hours a day and has support for Spanish-speaking individuals. People can call or text trained crisis counselors, who will provide assistance and contact emergency services if needed. According to their Frequently Asked Questions, “[T]he 988 coordinated response is intended to promote stabilization and care in the least restrictive manner” (988 Frequently Asked Questions).

  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Phone number: 988

Resource: Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The website for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a supplement to the 988 number and offers chat support for individuals in crisis. The site features resources for specific mental health concerns, such as maternal mental health and veteran support. The website also contains valuable information about national crisis centers and how to get involved.

FURTHER READING: Traumagenic Dynamics Model Framework, by Drs. Angela Browne and David Finkelhor (1988)

The Traumagenic Dynamics Model is a framework for understanding the effects of sexual abuse. Browne and Finkelhor’s model is “process-oriented,” which reframes the abuse as an ongoing experience in order to better address the survivor’s needs.