Young Minds
Young minds are the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health.
Young minds want to see a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health, and all young people get the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what.
Find out more about who they are, the work we're doing and what we're trying to achieve.
Shout 85258 | How Shout works
Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text message service for anyone in need of support in the UK. Our trained Shout Volunteers can help with issues including anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, relationship problems, sexuality, money worries. Text SHOUT to 85258 to speak to a volunteer today.
PAPYRUS
Prevention of Young Suicide is a UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional well-being in young people.
Suicide is the biggest killer of people aged 35 and under in the UK. PAPYRUS believe that suicide is preventable.
PAPYRUS was founded in 1997 by a group of bereaved parents, who had each lost children to suicide.
Childline
Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you.
Childline is free, confidential and available any time, day or night. You can talk to us:
- by calling 0800 1111
- by email
- through 1-2-1 counsellor chat
Whatever feels best for you!
NSPCC
NSPCC helped make over 6.6 million children safer from abuse
NSPCC has been here for children for over 100 years. From our campaigns to our services – we strive to make a difference in everything they do. Between 2016 and 2021, they helped make 6.6 million children safer from abuse.
Help for adults concerned about a child
Call us on 0808 800 5000
Help for children and young people
Call Childline on 0800 1111
Mind
Mental well-being doesn't have one set meaning. We might use it to talk about how we feel, how well we're coping with daily life or what feels possible at the moment.
Good mental well-being doesn't mean you're always happy or unaffected by your experiences. But poor mental well-being can make it more difficult to cope with daily life.
If you need non-urgent information about mental health support and services that may be available to you:
Please call our infoline on 0300 123 3393
Email info@mind.org.uk
Watch our animation for eight relaxation tips to help you look after your mental well-being.
Samaritan
Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. Samaritans are here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need someone to talk to, we listen. We won't judge or tell you what to do.
Contact a Samaritan
Sometimes writing down your thoughts and feelings can help you understand them better.
Response time: It may take several days to get a response by email
Beat - Eating Disorders Association
Beat is the UK’s eating disorder charity. Founded in 1989 as the Eating Disorders Association, our mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders.
Looking for eating disorder support in your area? Contact Beat Eating Disorders
Helpline: 0808 801 0677
Email: help@beateatingdisorders.org.uk