Gyeonggi-do Operates 'Youth Hotline 1388' 24 Hours During Lunar New Year Holiday

[Asia Economy (Suwon) = Reporter Lee Young-gyu] Gyeonggi Province will operate the 'Youth Hotline 1388' 24 hours a day during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Youth Hotline 1388 is a service that provides counseling for a wide range of issues faced by youth, from everyday concerns to crises such as school dropout, internet and smartphone overdependence, and running away from home. Professional counselors who hold national certification as youth counselors or have practical experience in youth counseling and welfare conduct counseling 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

In crisis situations such as when a youth has run away and has nowhere to go or requires rescue, urgent intervention and services are provided. In particular, if necessary, the service connects with youth shelters or child protection agencies to ensure help is available. Youth Hotline 1388 is available not only to youth but also to guardians who have concerns about their relationship with their children.

Youth Hotline 1388 is available to any residents of the province who need youth counseling.

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