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Do you need urgent help with your mental health?

If you are having a difficult time and your feelings are too much to handle, there are people who can help you. Please know that you are not alone. Sharing a problem is often the first step to feeling better.

If you need urgent support, there are people here to help you right now:

Breathing Space

NHS 24 Breathing Space Advisers provide confidential support for people in Scotland experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. 

Monday - Thursday evenings (6pm - 2am) and Friday 6pm - Monday 6am (24hrs at weekends) 16+

Call 0800 83 85 87 

NHS 24 Mental Health Hub

For urgent support 24/7 call 111 and choose the option for the Mental Health Hub

Samaritans

For help and support through difficult periods call the Samaritans 24-hour support service on 116 123

Emergency services

If someone is seriously ill, or injured or their life is at risk - call 999 immediately.