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You’re Not Alone — Help & Resources When It Matters

If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know that you’re not alone—help is available right now. There are people who care deeply about your safety and wellbeing. Whether you’re in immediate crisis or feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day life, here are some steps you can take:

  • Talk to someone you trust – a family member, friend, teacher, or colleague.

  • Contact a mental health professional or GP who can guide you to the right support.

  • Reach out to a helpline – confidential, 24/7 support is always available.

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Practical Ways to Cope

Everyone copes differently, but here are some simple, effective ways to support yourself during tough moments:

If you are having thoughts of suicide:

1.

Distract yourself and remove yourself from the situation.

2.

Walking can help clear your mind.  Do something that will comfort you.

3.

Do not be by yourself, find someone you trust to be with.

Or phone one of the helplines below.

4.

Seek medical help immediately. Phone your GP, if it is out of hours you will be directed to an out of hours service.

In case of an emergency, go to A&E or call 999.

5.

Remember that these feelings will pass, nothing is permanent.

You do not have to feel this way, there are always other options.

If you are concerned about someone:

1.

Ask them directly: “Are you thinking about suicide?”

They need someone to start the conversation for them. This shows that they have permission to talk about it.

2.

A caring conversation is vital. Listen, and be non-judgmental.

Identify with somebody you can confide in and openly talk about how you are feeling.

3.

Make sure they are not left alone.

Disable a plan. Remove anything that could be used to take their own life. 

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4.

If you think someone is at risk of suicide and they are missing and uncontactable, immediately call 999 and report it as a welfare check and explain your concerns.

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5.

Share your concerns with others.

Do not be afraid to involve their family, friends, colleagues etc.

SUPPORT ORGANISATIONS

Need to speak with someone urgently?
The Jacob Abraham Foundation provides suicide prevention and intervention training but is not yet providing a helpline. Please see the helplines and organisations below who will listen to you to provide support and practical advice.

THE SAMARITANS

HOPELINE

SANELINE

CHILDLINE

C.A.L.L. HELPLINE

www.callthehelpline.co.uk

0800 132737  or

Text: help to 81066

MIND INFO LINE

C.A.L.M. ZONE HELPLINE

PAPYRUS

papyrus-uk.org/hopelineuk/

​0800 068 41 41

Worried About Someone Else?

You don’t have to be an expert to help someone you care about. If you notice someone acting differently, withdrawing, or showing signs of distress:

  • Ask them directly if they’re okay. “Are you thinking about suicide?” This doesn’t cause harm—it opens the door for honesty.

  • Listen without judgement. You don’t need to fix things, just be there.

  • Encourage them to speak to a professional or contact a support service.

  • If you’re really concerned, call 999 or take them to A&E. Trust your instincts.

Your support could be the lifeline they need.

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