Instagram's new support tool could help people with mental illness

LONDON — For many people, Instagram is a place where we share moments from our daily lives that bring us joy. 

But it's also a space where people share their innermost thoughts and, sometimes, cries for help. Instagram is launching a support tool which allows people to do something if they feel people are in danger of self-injury.

If you see someone post about self-harm, you'll now be able to anonymously report it. Instagram will send the user a message saying: "Someone saw one of your posts and thinks you might be going through a difficult time. If you need support, we'd like to help."  Read more...