Free UK support · No account needed

You do not have to figure it all out alone.

A listening ear, practical support, or urgent help. Choose the route that fits what you need right now.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger

Call 999 or go to A&E if someone’s life is at risk, or you cannot keep yourself or someone else safe. A mental health emergency deserves immediate care.

Someone to listen · UK & Ireland

Samaritans

Call free, day or night, to speak with a listening volunteer about whatever is troubling you.

Call 116 123

What happens when you call ↗

Urgent mental health help · England

NHS 111

Call 111 and select the mental health option if you need urgent help for your mental health. You can also ask for an urgent GP appointment.

Call 111

Read the NHS guidance ↗

Information & practical support

Mind

Explore information about mental health, support options and preparing to ask for help.

Visit Mind ↗

Across the UK

Support where you are

Services differ between the UK nations. Find the appropriate local NHS or health service route.

Scotland: NHS 24 ↗
Wales: NHS 111 Wales ↗
Northern Ireland: Lifeline ↗

Support details checked against NHS guidance and Samaritans on 13 November 2026. MenApplause is an informational website, not a crisis service. Outside the UK, use your local emergency and health services.