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SheltieLover

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Tue Apr 7, 2020, 09:16 AM Apr 2020

Memphis mental health hotline sees increase in calls during pandemic

https://www.wmcactionnews5.com/2020/04/07/memphis-mental-health-hotline-sees-increase-calls-during-pandemic/

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - In these uncertain times, many people are feeling confused, anxious or even depressed. That has led to an increase in the number of calls to a local mental health hotline number.

Mike Labonte, Executive Director Memphis Crisis Center, says the COVID-19 pandemic is taking its toll.

“We’ve already heard from some people who have lost a loved one," said Labonte. “We’ve heard from people who are worried and concerned, people who are dealing with isolation."
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