The Samaritans
Helpline: 08457 90 90 90
www.samaritans.org.uk
Provides confidential emotional support 24/7 to those experiencing despair, distress or suicidal feelings.
MDF The Bi-polar Organisation
Information line: 020 7793 2600
www.mdf.org.uk
Works to enable people affected by bipolar disorder / manic depression to take control of their lives.
Campaign Against Living Miserably
Helpline: 0800 58 58 58
www.thecalmzone.net
Support for young men suffering from depression
Students Against Depression
www.studentdepression.org
Developed in consultation with students who have been affected by depression, low mood or suicidal thoughts. Many of their stories and suggestions are included on the site
Papyrus
Papyrus HOPElineUK – 0800 068 4141
www.papyrus-uk.org
Support for those dealing with suicide, depression or emotional distress – particularly teenagers and young adults
YoungMinds
Helpline: 0808 802 5544
www.youngminds.org.uk
Parents' Information Service gives advice to parents or carers who may be concerned about the mental health or emotional well being of a child or young person
MIND infoline
Tel: 0845 766 0163 (local rate)
www.mind.org.uk
MindinfoLine is a confidential mental health service offering information, support and understanding. We enable people to make informed choices by being a gateway to Mind services and signposting to other organisations.
SANE
Saneline: 0845 767 8000
www.sane.org.uk
Provide help and information to those experiencing mental health problems, their families and carers and including investigating the link between cannabis and psychosis.
Depression Alliance
Tel: 0845 123 23 20 to request an information pack
Mon to Fri, 1pm to 5pm
www.depressionalliance.org
Information and support to people affected by depression
No Panic
Helpline: 0808 808 0545
www.nopanic.org.uk
Aims are to aid the relief and rehabilitation of those people suffering from Panic Attacks, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, other related Anxiety Disorders, including Tranquilliser & Drug Withdrawal, and to provide support to sufferers and their families and or carers.
Students Against Depression
Web: www.studentdepression.org
Developed in consultation with students who have been affected by depression, low mood or suicidal thoughts. Many of their stories and suggestions are included on the site.
Get Connected
Freephone: 08 08 80 84994 (1pm - 11pm)
Web: www.getconnected.org
Confidential National helpline for young people under 25 helps them work out what they need most. Can put them in touch with places that can help - whatever the issue.