If you are upset and having thoughts and urges about hurting yourself, someone else or ending your life then stop, take a deep breath and read this page.
Remember
There are people who will listen, help and support you through this. it’s ok to ask for help. Follow your care and safety plan if you have one.
Just like stormy weather, strong feelings and urges will pass; you will not always feel this bad.
Thoughts are just thoughts, we do not have to follow them. There are many other ways of managing other than harming yourself. Follow this flow chart to help you decide what to do next.
Have you made an attempt on your life or self-harmed and need urgent medical attention?
OK we need to focus on getting you some medical help first to make sure you are safe.
Call 999 and ask for an ambulance.
If you are with someone, let them know what you have done.
If you are on your own, get to a safe place and call someone (a parent/carer or professional helpline):
Freephone Samaritans: 116 123 (24 hours a day 7 days a week)
Freephone Childline: 0800 1111 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Follow your care and safety plan if you have one.
Text Shout to 85258. If you are a young person struggling to cope, Shout can provide 24/7 text support.
Ok – let's focus on helping you cope with these thoughts and feelings.
Let someone know you do not feel safe or are struggling (a parent/carer or professional helpline).
Freephone Samaritans: 116 123 (24 hours a day 7 days a week)
Freephone Childline: 0800 1111 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
If you don’t feel able to speak to anyone, try accessing help, support or advice from these websites:
