Emergency Help

🚨 This page is for urgent or immediate mental health support.

If you or someone else is in danger, call 999 or go to A&E straight away.

You don’t have to be at your lowest point to use crisis support. If things feel overwhelming, you’re allowed to reach out.

POLICE/A&E

If you are in immediate danger or have seriously harmed yourself, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.

You can also call 111 for urgent non life threatening medical advice.

📞 Call 999 or 111

SAMARITANS

The Samaritans are available 24/7 for anyone who needs someone to listen. You don’t have to be in crisis to get support.

📞 Call 116 123 (free)

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SHOUT

Shout is a free 24/7 text support service.
Text “SHOUT” to 85258 to get support when uni or life feels overwhelming.

📞 Text SHOUT to 85258



NHS Mental health

You can access support through your GP or local NHS mental health services.

Visit the NHS website or call 111 to find services near you.


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Suicide & Co

Suicide&Co is a charity supporting people bereaved by suicide, offering counselling, practical support, and online resources to ensure no one faces loss alone.



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Papryus

A confidential 24/7 UK suicide prevention helpline for people under 35, offering phone, text, and email support when you’re struggling.

Call 📞 0800 068 4141 or Text 07860 039967

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Your University

Most Universities offer 24/7 wellbeing support, crisis drop in teams and emergency appointments.

Please speak to a member of staff, union rep and/or visit your university website for details.