Why Are You Here?
Life can be overwhelming, and it’s okay to seek help when thoughts and feelings become too much to handle. If you’re struggling to cope, remember:
- Immediate Help: Visit your GP or head to A&E for urgent support.
- You’re Not Alone: There are people and resources ready to listen and help.
- Explore Your Options: Check inside for more places where you can find the support you need.
Take the first step towards feeling better. Help is just a click away. 🌟
Mental Health Resources
Educational Articles
Explore a variety of articles on mental health topics, written by experts in the field. These articles cover everything from anxiety and depression to mindfulness and stress management.
Example Articles
- Understanding Anxiety: Learn about the different types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms, and effective treatment options.
- Managing Depression: Discover strategies for coping with depression, including therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes.
- Mindfulness Techniques: Explore various mindfulness practices that can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
- Stress Management: Find out how to identify stress triggers and implement techniques to manage and reduce stress in your daily life.
Self-Help Tools
Access interactive tools and exercises designed to help you manage your mental health. These resources include guided meditations, mood trackers, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) exercises.
Example Tools
- Mood Tracker: Track your mood daily to identify patterns and triggers.
- Guided Meditations: Access a library of guided meditations to help you relax and reduce stress.
- CBT Exercises: Engage in cognitive-behavioral therapy exercises to challenge negative thoughts and behaviors.
Support Groups
Find information on online and local support groups. Check out schedules and learn how to join groups that can provide you with the support and community you need.
Online Support Groups
- Mind’s Side by Side: An online mental health support community open to anyone over 18. It’s moderated and provides a safe space to connect with others who understand your experiences.
- Togetherall: An online community for people dealing with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. You may need a referral from a GP or university to join.
- Sane Forums: A place where you can read about others’ experiences, share your own, and respond to posts. It’s a supportive environment for discussing mental health.
Local Support Groups
- Hub of Hope: A directory of local mental health support services in the UK. You can search for peer support groups in your area.
- Local Mind Groups: Mind offers various group support services across England and Wales. You can contact your nearest local Mind to find out what’s available.
- NHS Support Groups: Some peer support groups are run by the NHS and may require a referral from your GP. These groups are often held at hospitals or community mental health teams.
Emergency support
If someone has seriously harmed themselves or might act on suicidal thoughts, seek emergency support
Call 999 or go to your nearest A&E
There are trained people who care and want to help anyone struggling with difficult feelings.
There’s no shame in reaching out
SAMARITANS Call 116 123 24/7
jo@samiritans.co.uk
NHS 111 Call 111 24/7
James’ Place Liverpool
liverpool@jamesplace.org.uk
0151 303 5757
Shout text “Shout” to 85258 24/7
Calm for men call 0800 58 58 58
5.00pm to midnight everyday
Papyrus For people under 35
call 0800 068 4141
text 07786 209697
help@papyrus-uk.org
9am to 10pm Mon – Fri
Switch Board
or LGBT+ people
call 0300 330 0630
chris@switchboard.lgbt
10am to 10pm everyday
SANE
Call 0300 304 7000
info@sane.org.uk
4.30pm to 10.30pm everyday
MIND
Call 0300 123 3393
text 86463 info@mind.org.uk
9am to 6pm Mon – Fri