Where to turn in a mental health crisis?
For non emergency concerns about your metal health your first point of contact is your GP or
Call NHS 111 and select the mental health option (also known as the Sussex Mental Healthline) (available 24/7).
However, If you or someone you care about poses an immediate suicide risk or is a threat to the safety of others please dial 999 or present at A&E for emergency support.
Here are details of other charities and agencies that offer crisis support-
The Samaritans - 24hr support for anyone in emotional distress - Call Free 116 123
Stay Alive - Website and App with resources to support individuals at risk of suicide.
CALM - leading the movement against male suicide - Call Free 0800 58 58 58
Papyrus - support for under 35's at risk of suicide - Call Free 0800 068 41 41
Childline - Online, telephone and email support for young people - Call Free 0800 1111
SHOUT - Text based support for people in crisis - TEXT 'SHOUT' to 85258