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Mental health

Urgent help for your mental health

You do not need a diagnosis or a reason to ask for help. If you are thinking about ending your life, or you feel you cannot keep yourself safe, contact one of the numbers below now or go to your nearest emergency department.

Talking to someone tonight can make the next hour bearable. The people on these lines are used to hearing from people of faith and people who have none, and they will not judge you or tell you what to believe.

If you can, tell one person you trust where you are and how you are feeling. You do not have to carry this alone.

Call someone now

  • Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24 hours)

  • Shout: text 85258 (free, 24 hours)

  • NHS 111: choose option 2 for mental health

  • Emergency: 999

Tap a number to call it, or a message to text it. All of these services are free and confidential.

This information is guidance, not medical or legal advice. If you are in danger, contact emergency services.