Resources

Last updated: April 2026

If something you've read on this site has prompted you to seek support, or if you're concerned about yourself or someone else, the organisations below can help. All details have been verified but contact information can change — if something doesn't connect, please try an alternative or contact your GP.

In an Immediate Crisis

If you believe there is an immediate risk to life, call the emergency services first.

🇬🇧 UK: 999 🇺🇸 US: 911

Crisis Helplines

Samaritans (UK) Free, confidential support around the clock for anyone struggling to cope. 📞 116 123 — free, 24 hours, 7 days a week 🌐 samaritans.org

NHS 111 Mental Health (UK) For urgent mental health support, call 111 and select the mental health option. Available 24/7, free of charge. 📞 111, then select option 2

CALM — Campaign Against Living Miserably (UK) Dedicated to preventing male suicide. Free helpline and webchat available 5pm to midnight every day. 📞 0800 58 58 58 🌐 thecalmzone.net

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK (UK) Supportive listening for anyone with thoughts of suicide, available 6pm to midnight every day. 📞 0800 587 0800

Shout (UK) Free, confidential 24/7 text messaging support for anyone in crisis. 📱 Text SHOUT to 85258 🌐 giveusashout.org

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US) Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing mental health struggles, emotional distress, or suicidal thoughts. Available by call, text or chat. 📞 Call or text 988 🌐 988lifeline.org

Crisis Text Line (US) Free, confidential crisis support via text, 24/7. 📱 Text HOME to 741741 🌐 crisistextline.org

Veterans Crisis Line (US) Free, confidential support connecting veterans with a trained responder, available 24 hours. 📞 Call 988, then press 1 — or text 838255 🌐 veteranscrisisline.net

Mental Health Information and Support

Mind (UK) Leading mental health charity offering information, advice and local support services across England and Wales. 🌐 mind.org.uk

Men's Health Forum (UK) Charity supporting men's health in England, Wales and Scotland. 🌐 menshealthforum.org.uk

NAMI — National Alliance on Mental Illness (US) Confidential support available Monday to Friday, 10am–10pm ET, free of charge, via phone, text or online chat. 📞 1-800-950-6264 🌐 nami.org

SAMHSA (US) Free, confidential 24/7 treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use concerns. 📞 1-800-662-4357 🌐 samhsa.gov