988 is a lifeline for people experiencing behavioral health crises. Since launching in 2022, California’s 988 Crisis Lifeline has served over one million individuals. But data limitations prevent us from seeing how these individuals do after texting or dialing the lifeline. Our recent policy brief outlines the specific measures needed to understand what happens to individuals after they hang up – people-focused measures that track outcomes, efficiencies in connecting individuals to care, and more. Download the full brief at the link in bio. #988lifeline #mentalhealth #california