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Suicide Hotlines Provide a Critical Service, but They Can’t Make Up for America’s Broken Mental Health Care System
Slate
Kate Spade’s apparent suicide on Tuesday is a tragic reminder that mental health problems do not discriminate—they can plague anyone, no matter how successful they seem. As people grieve today, many are also sharing critical hotlines and resources for people struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts. The New York Times included the phone number for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in its news story announcing Spade’s death, along with a link pointing toward additional resources.