Support

In some of our upcoming episodes, we talk to some guests who have been in some shows that cover the topic of mental illness. We also know that the COVD-19 Pandemic was totally unexpected and has affected people's mental health and that some people struggle daily. If you would like some help and support then please have a look at some of the websites/helplines below. 

Crisis Text Line UK

 https://www.crisistextline.org/

If you're in a mental health crisis and would like to speak to a crisis counselor then you can text these numbers below.  

From the UK text 85258

From Ireland text 50808

From the US and Canada text 741741


Mind (charity) - Wikipedia

https://www.mind.org.uk/

Mind has lots of information about mental health. You can get support for yourself or find out how you can best help someone else. 


Home | Papyrus UK | Suicide Prevention Charity

https://papyrus-uk.org/

Papyrus is the UK charity for the prevention of young suicide. If you are under the age of 35 or are concerned about someone under the age of 35 then you can call their HOPELINE on 0800 068 41 41. 





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