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Immediate help is available. Below you'll find emergency contacts, neurodivergent-specific support, and mental health helplines, all free and confidential.
Emergency & Crisis Lines
Emergency Services
For immediate danger or life-threatening situations
Samaritans
Crisis Text Line (Shout)
Free 24/7 text support - great for those who find phone calls difficult
NHS Mental Health Crisis Team
Mental health crisis support and urgent care through NHS
ADHD & Autism Support
Neurodivergent-Specific Crisis Experiences
These organizations understand neurodivergent experiences. If you're experiencing any of the following, reach out:
ADHD UK
Support, information and advocacy for people with ADHD
ADHD Foundation
Neurodiversity charity - training, resources and support
National Autistic Society
UK's leading charity for autistic people - helpline and information
Autism Anglia
Autistica
Autism research charity with resources and support information
Mental Health Helplines
MIND
Leading mental health charity - advice, support and local services
Rethink Mental Illness
Support for people with mental illness and their families
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
Support for anyone in crisis, especially men
Papyrus HOPELINEUK
Prevention of young suicide - support for under 35s
Anxiety UK
Relief and support for those living with anxiety
OCD Action
Specialised Support
Childline
YoungMinds
Mental health support for young people and parents
The Mix
SupportLine
Emotional support for all ages on any issue
No Panic
Beat Eating Disorders
When to Seek Immediate Help
Warning Signs of Mental Health Crisis
Seek immediate professional help if you or someone you know is experiencing:
Immediate Self-Care Strategies
Grounding Techniques
• 5-4-3-2-1: Notice 5 things you see, 4 you hear, 3 you touch, 2 you smell, 1 you taste
• Box breathing: In for 4, hold for 4, out for 4, hold for 4
• Cold water: Hold ice or splash cold water on face
• Focus on feet: Feel the ground beneath you
Sensory Support (for ND)
• Find a quiet, low-stimulation space
• Use noise-cancelling headphones
• Stim freely - it's regulating
• Weighted blanket or tight hug
• Dim the lights if possible
Reach Out
• Text if calling feels too hard
• Contact a trusted person
• You don't have to explain everything
• "I'm struggling" is enough
• Stay with someone if possible
Ongoing Professional Support
If you're experiencing ongoing mental health challenges, our ADHD and autism specialists are here to provide understanding, neurodivergent-affirming support.