Instagram has launched a new suicide prevention tool to help users who are struggling with mental health issues and to help advocate awareness.

After Instagram released a tool to filter unwanted comments, the company has launched a new support feature that allows users to report or flag posts that seem indicative of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and even self-harm.

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Instagram was prompted to create this tool after finding out that the app was not only an avenue for users to share desirable and happy memories, but also for depression and suicidal tendencies.

Recently, professional boxer Adrien Broner hinted his suicidal tendencies through cryptic Instagram posts. There were fears that his posts were indicative of a countdown to his death. Broner's fiancé Arie Nicole later responded to the public's alarm and revealed that he has been taking calls from his close friends and is doing alright.

The new Instagram suicidal prevention tool now allows users to anonymously report a post that may hint at mental health issues or self-harm. Once reported, the platform will reach out to the flagged user with a message which reads "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."

The flagged user will also be directed to three support options: contacting a helpline, talking to a friend or getting tips and support.

Aside from reporting what seems like warning messages, users can also navigate through banned hashtags such as "#thinspo," for instance, and will be directed to the same list of support tools and resources. Instagram has partnered with the "National Suicide Prevention Hotline," and also the "National Eating Disorders Association."

Instagram hopes that through the suicidal prevention tool, the company could be part of a culture that promotes mental health awareness, and prompt people to treat the issue with urgency and compassion.