MentalHealthGeneral is a British-based website, designed for those in the United Kingdom who are suffering from mental health problems.
However, we are fortunate enough to receive views from all around the world. This page details the support available for those located internationally.
Located in the United Kingdom or USA? Visit our British crisis support page or our US crisis support page
WARNING
If you or a person you know appears to be in imminent danger of harming themselves or others, has taken an overdose, or is exhibiting signs of psychosis (e.g. hallucinations, delusions), this is a medical emergency. If possible, go to your nearest Hospital, or contact the relevant healthcare authority for support.
Please remember:
- You are loved
- You matter
- Support is available
- Try and just get through the next few hours, take each minute as it comes
- Try to relax and do deep breathing exercises
- If possible, talk to a friend or family member
Worldwide Switchboards
Befrienders Worldwide
A website that can direct you to your local crisis support helpline. You can access their website at this link.
International Association of Suicide Prevention
This website provides a strong array of resources that can help in a crisis, and also provides local helplines. You can access their website at this link.
List of International Support Lines
Please locate your country, and you will see the corresponding emergency contact number. We recommend contacting this number for emergency support.
Some nations have a dedicated suicide helpline, while others are national emergency numbers. If your nation is not listed, it is advisable to contact your national emergency number.
| Nation | Crisis Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | 0021 3983 2000 58 | |
| Argentina | 4783-8888 | |
| Armenia | 112 | |
| Australia | 13 11 14 | |
| Austria | 142 | |
| Azerbaijan | 112 | |
| Bahamas | 322-2763 | |
| Bangladesh | 999 | |
| Barbados | 246 4299999 | |
| Belarus | 112 | |
| Belgium | 1813 | |
| Bolivia | 911 | |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 124 | |
| Botswana | 3911270 | |
| Brazil | 188 | |
| Brunei | 145 | |
| Bulgaria | 112 | |
| Canada | 1-833-456-4566 | |
| China | 110 | |
| Colombia | 106 | |
| Croatia | 4833888 | |
| Cuba | 106 | |
| Cyprus | 0800 7773 | |
| Czech Republic | 112 | |
| Denmark | 70201201 | |
| Ecuador | 911 | |
| Egypt | 762 1602 | |
| Estonia | 655 8088 | |
| Fiji | 132 454 | |
| Finland | 195 202 | |
| France | 0145 394 000 | |
| Germany | 0800 111 0 111 | |
| Greece | 1018 | |
| Guyana | 223-0001 | |
| Hong Kong | 2896 0000 | |
| Hungary | 116 123 | |
| Iceland | 1717 | |
| India | 91-22-27546669 | Or visit www.aasra.info |
| Indonesia | 112 | |
| Iran | 1480 | |
| Ireland | 116 123 | Or visit www.aware.ie |
| Israel | 1201 | |
| Italy | 800 8600 0022 | |
| Japan | 110 | |
| Jordan | 911 | |
| Kosovo | 0800 12345 | |
| Latvia | 113 | |
| Lebanon | 1564 | |
| Liberia | 653 4308 | |
| Lithuania | 116 123 | |
| Luxembourg | 352 45 45 45 | |
| Malaysia | 03-795-68144 | |
| Malta | 112 | |
| Mauritius | 112 | |
| Mexico | 5259-8121 | |
| Moldova | 060 80 66 23 | |
| Morocco | 212 522 8747 40 | |
| Netherlands | 113 | |
| New Zealand | 0800 543 354 | |
| Norway | 22 40 00 40 | |
| Philippines | 02 7989-USAP | |
| Poland | 112 | |
| Portugal | 21 854 07 40 | |
| Romania | 0800 0800 20 | |
| Russia | 007 8202 577 577 | |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 784 456 1044 | |
| Singapore | 999 | |
| Slovakia | 112 | |
| Slovenia | 112 | |
| South Africa | 0800 567 567 | |
| South Korea | 122 | |
| Spain | 717 003 717 | |
| Sri Lanka | 011 057 2222662 | |
| Sudan | 249 11-555-253 | |
| Sweden | 116 111 | |
| Switzerland | 143 | |
| Taiwan | 1925 | |
| Thailand | 02 713-6793 | |
| Tonga | 23000 | |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 868 645 2800 | |
| Tunisia | 112 | |
| Ukraine | 7333 | |
| United Kingdom | 116 123 | |
| United States of America | 1-800-273-8255 |
Disclaimer
This website should be used purely for informational purposes, and does not intend to, nor should it ever, be used as a replacement for professional medical advice.
We strive to keep all of our pages updated, and ensure that our website is full of factual and in-depth information. However, we encourage you to browse this website with care.
As a reminder, this website and all content within it cannot and should not replace the advice of a trained medical professional. You can read our full disclaimer at this link.
Helplines
If you are struggling with your mental health, help is available. With the right support and treatment, you can make a recovery. For information on helplines, or if you are in a state of crisis, please visit our crisis page by clicking on the relevant link for your geographical location (United Kingdom), (United States), (International). You can also see how to get mental health treatment and the process involved by clicking this link.
