Resources in the UK

Childline is a free and confidential counselling service for children and young adults on a wide range of issues.

Freephone: 0800 1111

Young minds provide information, resources and guidance on mental health conditions and treatment.

Text for urgent help: YM to 85258

Confidential Support for under 25s. Provides a crisis messenger service, 1-2-1 support and guidance on a wide range of issues.

Freephone: 0808 808 4994

Text for urgent help: THEMIX to 85258

Information and support for mental illness, signposting to services. Includes a section for young people.

Tel: 0300 123 2293

Text: 86463

Offers information and support if you are having suicidal thoughts.

Tel: 0800 068 41 41

Free online self-harm support for 14-19-year olds.

Samaritans are a 24-hour per day support service for people in distress who are struggling to cope.

Freephone: 116 123

No Panic is a support service for people who are experiencing anxiety of panic attacks. Contains a youth hub and resources.

Tel: 0844 967 4848

Frank provides guidance and support on alcohol and drug abuse.

Tel: 0300 123 6600

Text: 82111

Beat provides guidance and support to people who are affected by eating disorders.

Tel: 0808 801 0711

Confidential help and support for all LGBT+ people.

Tel: 0300 330 0630

Information and support for young people experiencing domestic abuse.