Getting support for suicidal feelings :: Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Getting support quickly

If you are feeling suicidal, there are people you can talk to who want to help:

speak to a friend, family member or someone you trust as they may be able to help you calm down and find some breathing space
call the Samaritans 24-hour support service on 116 123
contact NHS 111
if you are a young person and are feeling suicidal you can call Childline 24-hour support on 0800 1111
make an urgent appointment to see your GP
if you don't feel able to keep yourself safe right now, call 999 or go to A&E

Help in a crisis

A mental health crisis often means that you no longer feel able to cope or be in control of your situation. It often involves a sudden worsening of your symptoms. You may feel great emotional distress or anxiety, feel you can't cope with day-to-day life, think about suicide or self-harm, or experience hallucinations and hearing voices. If you need help in a mental health crisis visit our crisis pages.

Getting support for ongoing feelings

If you are experiencing ongoing suicidal feelings, there is support to help you cope with the problems that may be causing you to feel suicidal.

Support through your GP

Going to your GP is a good starting point. It is common to feel worried about talking to your doctor about suicidal feelings, but they will be used to listening to people who are experiencing difficult feelings.

Talking therapies

If you are experiencing a common mental illness such as anxiety, depression and/or stress, Talking Therapies can support you. Find out more about your local services below: