I am thinking about suicide or self-harm
If you are thinking about ending your life, hurting yourself or struggling to cope with your feelings, there are people who want to listen and help.
You might feel overwhelmed, exhausted, frightened, hopeless or unsure how to explain what you are experiencing.
You do not need to explain everything perfectly. You do not need to wait until things become worse before asking for help.
You matter. Your safety matters. Help is available right now.
Jacob's House will help you find established UK organisations offering confidential support and professional help.
If you are in immediate danger
If you think you might act on suicidal thoughts now, have seriously injured yourself or have taken an overdose, call emergency services immediately.
999You can also go to your nearest Accident and Emergency department.
If possible, stay with someone you trust while you seek help.
If you are worried you might hurt yourself, try to move away from anything you might use to cause harm.
For urgent mental health help in England: Call NHS 111 and select the mental health option.
NHS mental health supportTalk to someone who understands
These UK organisations offer support when you are struggling.
Talk to someone at any time
Samaritans
If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or difficult feelings, Samaritans will listen without judgement or pressure.
116 123Free to call, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Visit SamaritansPrefer to communicate by text?
Shout
Shout offers free, confidential mental health support by text message across the UK.
Text SHOUT to 85258
Available 24 hours a day.
Visit ShoutSuicide prevention for young people
PAPYRUS HOPELINE247
Specialist suicide prevention support for young people and anyone concerned about a young person.
0300 102 2470Text HOPE to 88247
Available 24 hours a day.
Visit PAPYRUSSupport for children and teenagers
Childline
If you are under 19, Childline offers free, confidential support for anything worrying you, including self-harm and suicidal thoughts.
0800 1111Free to call. You can also speak to a counsellor online.
Visit ChildlineWhat if you have already hurt yourself?
If you have taken an overdose, seriously injured yourself or are in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E.
Other injuries also deserve medical attention. Contact NHS 111 or a healthcare professional if you are unsure what treatment you need.
You deserve support regardless of how your injury happened.
If you don't know what to say
Starting a conversation might feel difficult.
You might begin by saying:
"I'm struggling with my thoughts and I need someone to help me."
You do not need to explain everything at once.
If speaking is difficult, consider showing someone this page or writing down how you are feeling.
About Jacob's House
Jacob's House helps people throughout the United Kingdom find specialist support organisations.
We do not provide counselling, medical treatment or emergency services.
You do not need to register or provide personal information to Jacob's House to use these resources.
