In an emergency

Call 999 or go to A&E now if:

  • someone's life is at risk – for example, they have seriously injured themselves or taken an overdose
  • you do not feel you can keep yourself or someone else safe. 

A mental health emergency should be taken as seriously as a physical one. You will not be wasting anyone's time.


Get advice from 111 or ask for an urgent GP appointment if:

  • you need urgent help for your mental health.

Get help from 111 online or call 111 and select the mental health option.


If you need medical advice you can book an emergency GP appointment with your GP surgery during opening hours.

Immediate support

If you are feeling desperate or distressed right now:


Samaritans

Here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Talk to them on the phone (Freephone) 116 123 (UK) 116 123 (ROI)


Shout

shout is the UK's only free confidential text crisis service. 24/7. 

Text Shout to 85258


Papyrus

Papyrus is dedicated to the prevention of young suicide in the UK. 

Contact HOPELINE247 by phone: 0300 102 2470. Their phone service is open 24 hours per day, every day of the year including weekends and bank holidays.

Text HOPE to 88247

Email: [email protected]

Help for students. 

You can make your own safety plan to keep safe from suicidal thoughts. 


Mind

Practical tools to use right now, by yourself, wherever you are. If you're feeling in crisis, this resource is for you:

Ways to help yourself cope in a crisis


Stay Alive

This app has been recommended by our members and can help you to create your own safety plan, as well as information and tools to help you stay safe in a crisis.