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In a Crisis

A crisis is scary. You might be feeling suicidal, wanting to self-harm or be worried that you are not safe where you are. You need to know you’re worth helping and that there is hope. Here are some ideas that might help:

• If you feel unsafe, or are thinking of killing yourself or hurting yourself, then call 999 and ask for the police or ambulance service.
• Talk to someone. Two heads are better than one. If you hide how you feel, then someone who cares about you can’t help you.
• The Samaritans provide 24-hour confidential emotional support. It is also free to call them and their number won’t appear on your telephone bill: 116 123.
• You can also call NHS 111 for 24-hour health advice and information on 111. Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones.
• If you can’t talk, IMAlive offer an online crisis intervention service.
• Sane Charity provide crisis support between 4.30pm and 10.30pm 365 days a year on 0300 304 7000.
• If you receive support from local mental health services, contact them using the number they have provided. Tell them you are in crisis.
• Go to your local A&E and ask to be seen by the duty psychiatrist. Explain how you feel and ask them to give you some help.