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NHS 111: urgent mental health help

Call 111 and select the mental health option if you need urgent help.

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About NHS 111: urgent mental health help

If you need urgent help with your mental health in England, call NHS 111 and select the mental health option. 111 will tell you where to get help and you may be able to speak to a trained mental health professional. In an emergency, call 999 or go to A&E.

How they can help

  • Call 111 and select the mental health option
  • Advice on where to get urgent help
  • Links to other support services

Others in mental health and wellbeing

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Samaritans

Someone to talk to, any time, day or night. Call 116 123.

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Shout

Free, confidential 24/7 text support. Text SHOUT to 85258.

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Mind

Mental health information and support.

Online · Phone · In person · England and Wales

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Need urgent help? If you're in immediate danger, call 999. Free domestic abuse helplines, open 24 hours: in England 0808 2000 247 (Refuge, for women), in Wales 0808 80 10 800, in Scotland 0800 027 1234 and in Northern Ireland 0808 802 1414. Men can call the Men's Advice Line on 0808 801 0327, weekdays. Samaritans: 116 123.