SAN FRANCISCO -- Governor Gavin Newsom signed a handful of new legislation in California on Wednesday including an executive order focused on suicide prevention and mental health.

Young men and boys often suffer from mental health issues and a growing stigma keeps them from getting the help they need, experts say.

Now, California is battling this silent suffering of young men and boys throughout the Golden State.

The executive order directs a statewide response to improve mental health for this part of the population and reduce the stigma attached to it.

If you are experiencing suicidal, substance use or other mental health crises please call or text the new three-digit code at 988. You will reach a trained crisis counselor for free, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also g

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