Samaritans
Emotional support, 24/7. Whatever you're going through.
UK helplines
if today is heavy
real people, real phones · most are free and 24/7
you don't need a "reason" to call. if you're struggling — with food, with cravings, with thoughts, with anything — the people below want to hear from you. in an emergency, dial 999.
Mind
Mental health information & support.
Beat (Eating Disorders)
Helpline for anyone affected by eating disorders.
Frank (Drugs)
Honest info about drugs, 24/7.
Drinkline
Free, confidential helpline for anyone worried about their drinking.
SHOUT
24/7 text support for anyone in crisis.
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
5pm–midnight, mental health support.
NHS 111
Non-emergency NHS help, 24/7.
Papyrus HOPELINE247
Support for young people with thoughts of suicide.