Useful Links for Mental Health and Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or at risk of self-harm, please contact emergency services by dialing 999 or go directly to your nearest Accident and Emergency (A&E) department.
Below are some UK helplines and services that can offer support in times of crisis, mental health challenges, or distress. These services provide confidential help, guidance, and emotional support when you need it most.
National Crisis Helplines
- Samaritans (24/7 helpline for emotional support):
Call 116 123
Samaritans Website - Mind (Mental health support and information):
Call 0300 123 3393 (Weekdays, 9am - 6pm)
Mind Website - Shout Crisis Text Line (24/7 crisis support via text):
Text "Shout" to 85258
Shout Website - Childline (Support for children and young people):
Call 0800 1111
Childline Website
Bereavement Support
- Cruse Bereavement Care (Support after the death of a loved one):
Call 0808 808 1677
Cruse Website
Substance Misuse and Addiction Helplines
- Alcoholics Anonymous (Support for those dealing with alcohol addiction):
Call 0800 917 7650
AA Website - Frank (National drugs helpline):
Call 0300 123 6600
Frank Website
Domestic Abuse Support
- National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Support for those affected by domestic violence):
Call 0808 2000 247 (24/7)
Refuge Website
Additional UK Mental Health and Support Services
- Rethink Mental Illness (Support for those affected by severe mental illness):
Call 0300 5000 927
Rethink Website - The Mix (Support for young people under 25):
Call 0808 808 4994
The Mix Website - NHS 111 (Non-emergency health concerns, including mental health):
Call 111
NHS Website - Papyrus UK (Support for young people struggling with suicidal thoughts):
Call 0800 068 4141
Papyrus Website - CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
A helpline for men who are feeling down or in crisis.
Call 0800 58 58 58 (5pm - midnight, 365 days a year)
CALM Website - SANEline
A national out-of-hours mental health helpline offering emotional support and information.
Call 07984 967 708 (text support, 4pm - 10pm daily)
SANE Website - Beat (Support for those affected by eating disorders)
Helpline for adults: 0808 801 0677
Helpline for under-18s: 0808 801 0711
Beat Website - Relate (Support for relationship counselling)
Offers advice and counselling for relationships, marriage, and family issues.
Call 0300 100 1234
Relate Website - Survivors UK (Support for male survivors of sexual abuse and assault)
Text chat: 020 3322 1860
Survivors UK Website - Anxiety UK (Support for those living with anxiety)
Call 03444 775 774
Anxiety UK Website - No Panic (Support for individuals experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, and related disorders)
Call 0300 772 9844 (Helpline, 10am-10pm)
No Panic Website - National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
Provides emotional and practical support for LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse.
Call 0800 999 5428
LGBT Helpline Website - Veterans' Gateway (Support for veterans and their families)
Provides advice and support for those who have served in the armed forces.
Call 0808 802 1212
Veterans' Gateway Website
ADHD and Procrastination Support Services
- ADHD UK
A charity providing information, support, and advocacy for people affected by ADHD, including adults and children. They offer resources on managing procrastination, time management, and organization.
ADHD UK Website - ADDISS (The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service)
ADDISS provides information and resources about ADHD, including workshops and tools for managing procrastination and other related difficulties.
Call 020 8952 2800
ADDISS Website - The ADHD Foundation
A national charity that offers advice, support, and training for people affected by ADHD. They provide resources and strategies to help manage procrastination and improve executive functioning skills.
Call 0151 541 9020
ADHD Foundation Website - UK Adult ADHD Network (UKAAN)
UKAAN offers support and guidance for adults with ADHD, including resources to help manage procrastination, time management, and organizational challenges.
UKAAN Website
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