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Mental Health Support

At Boys Get Sad Too, we believe that no one should struggle alone. Looking after your mental health is just as important as looking after your physical health and reaching out for support is one of the strongest things you can do.

If you are going through a difficult time, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, isolated, or simply need someone to talk to, there are organisations across the UK that offer free, confidential support.

If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, please call 999 or visit your nearest A&E department.

Samaritans
24/7 emotional support for anyone struggling to cope.
Call 116 123 for free at any time.
www.samaritans.org

Shout
Free confidential text support available 24/7.
Text SHOUT to 85258.
www.giveusashout.org

Mind
Mental health information, advice, and support services across the UK.
Call 0300 123 3393.
www.mind.org.uk

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
Support for anyone struggling with mental health, anxiety, or depression.
Call 0800 58 58 58.
www.thecalmzone.net

NHS Mental Health Services
Access urgent mental health support through the NHS.
Call 111 and select the mental health option.
www.nhs.uk/mental-health

Childline
Confidential support for anyone under 19.
Call 0800 1111.
www.childline.org.uk

The Mix
Support and advice for under 25s covering mental health, relationships, loneliness, and wellbeing.
Call 0808 808 4994.
www.themix.org.uk

PAPYRUS HOPELINE247
Support for young people struggling with suicidal thoughts and anyone concerned about them.
Call 0800 068 4141.
www.papyrus-uk.org

Andy’s Man Club
Free peer to peer support groups for men across the UK.
www.andysmanclub.co.uk

YoungMinds
Mental health support and resources for young people and parents.
www.youngminds.org.uk

Rethink Mental Illness
Support, advice, and practical help for people living with mental illness.
www.rethink.org

MindOut
Mental health support run by and for LGBTQ+ people.
www.mindout.org.uk

You are not alone. There are people who care, people who will listen and support that is available whenever you need it.