Crisis Support Information

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis now, there are several people you can call for help.

ServiceNumberOpening hoursWhat is it?
The Samaritans116 12324 hoursA National Service for anything that is worrying you.
Edinburgh Crisis Centre0808 801 041424 hoursSupport for people experiencing a mental health crisis
NHS 24111Outside GP opening hoursCritical health support, including mental health.
Breathing Space0800 838 587Evenings and weekends: Monday-Thursday 6pm to 2am Friday 6pm to Monday 6amA confidential phoneline for anyone in Scotland feeling low, anxious or depressed.
Shouttext 'Shout' to 8525824 hoursFree, confidential 24/7 text support service.

If you are not in the UK?

If you’re not in the UK and need mental health support urgently you can look up crisis lines in your country by clicking on the following links

Helplines and crisis-lines from around the world

Befrienders Worldwide

You can also contact the University for support through the University Security 24/7 contact number.

University of Edinburgh Security 24/7

Out of hours support

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