If you are in crisis and you feel that you need support urgently then you should do one of the following:
- Talk to an adult, friend or somebody that you trust as soon as you can.
- Call 111 and select the mental health option (option 2).
111 is available 24/7 and you'll speak to one of our mental health advisors, who will listen and help you find the right support.
It's for all ages. You can call for yourself, or for someone else.
It does not replace our freephone number (0800 014 9995). You can continue to use this number if you prefer, until further notice.
The following sources of support might also be helpful:
- Childline: Call 0800 1111 or visit www.childline.org.uk
- Samaritans: Call 08457 90 90 90 or visit www.samaritans.org
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Papyrus offers support to young people feeling suicidal: https://www.papyrus-uk.org/help-advice
- If you are already being seen by CAMHS and it is during office hours (Mon-Fri 9 am – 5 pm), call your CAMHS worker.
- If you do not currently have a CAMHS worker, or it is outside of office hours, or if you need urgent medical attention you should attend A&E. When you get to A&E you will be seen by a mental health professional as soon as possible.
If you are already open to CAMHS and have a crisis plan, please follow the plan. You should have a written copy of it. If not, contact your case manager and ask for a new copy of the plan.
If you are open to CAMHS and do not have a crisis plan, please ring your local CAMHS and ask to speak to your case manager. If he or she is not available, ask to speak to the duty worker.