Is your life in danger?

If you have seriously harmed yourself – for example, by taking a drug overdose – or you feel that you may be about to harm yourself, call 999 for an ambulance or go straight to A&E.

Or ask someone else to call 999 or take you to A&E.

  • Samaritans

    You can contact Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year:

    • Call 116 123 (free from any phone)

    • Call the Samaritans Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day)

    • Email jo@samaritans.org

    • Visit some branches in person

    Samaritans is there for anyone who wants to talk.

    Visit Samaritans

  • Text SHOUT

    If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.

    Visit SHOUT

  • CALM

    You can call the CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) if you're affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts. Or if you prefer not to speak on the phone, you could try the CALM webchat service.

    Visit CALM

  • MIND

    Call Mind's support line on 0300 102 1234.

    This is a safe space for you to talk about your mental health. Our advisors are trained to listen to you and help you find specialist support if you need it.

    We're open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).

    Visit MIND

  • SANELine

    If you're experiencing a mental health problem or supporting someone else, you can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10pm every day).

    Visit SANEUK

  • NHS (111)

    Call NHS 111 or get help from NHS 111 online – they will help you find the support and help you need

    Visit NHS

  • PAPYRUS - HOPELINE

    If you're under 35 and struggling with suicidal feelings, or concerned about a young person who might be struggling, you can call:

    • Papyrus HOPELINEUK on 0800 068 4141 (24 hours, 7 days a week)

    • Email pat@papyrus-uk.org

    • Text 07786 209 697.

    Visit PAPYRUS

  • Nightline

    If you're a student, you can look on the Nightline website to see if your university or college offers a night-time listening service. Nightline phone operators are all students too.

    Visit Nightline

  • National Suicide Prevention Hotline

    The National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK is a compassionate and understanding lifeline for those grappling with their mental well-being or thoughts of suicide. Our lines are open every day from 6 pm until midnight, offering a safe haven for anyone who needs someone to talk to. You're not alone; please don't hesitate to reach out.

    To speak with us, dial 0800 689 5652. If you encounter any issues connecting to this number, an alternative option is available at 0800 689 0880.

    Visit SP-UK

  • Silence of Suicide

    Call 0808 115 1505 – 8pm to midnight Monday to Friday, 4pm to midnight Saturday and Sunday

    Visit SOS

  • Switch Board

    If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, you can:

    • call Switchboard on 0300 330 0630 (10am–10pm every day),

    • email chris@switchboard.lgbt or

    • use their webchat service.

      Phone operators all identify as LGBT+.

    Visit Switchboard