Helplines:

http://www.papyrus-uk.org/
(UK resources and support for those dealing with suicide, depression or emotional distress – particularly teenagers and young adults. Papyrus also runs HopeLine UK, a confidential helpline service staffed by trained professionals who can give support, practical advice and information to anyone concerned that a young person they know may be at risk of harming themselves.. The helpline is open Monday – Friday from 10am – 2pm and 7pm – 10pm, and 2pm – 5pm on weekends.)

www.nightline.niss.ac.uk/
(Nightline is a listening, support and information service, run by students for students. Nightline services operate in over forty universities in the UK and beyond. All of them offer a telephone helpline service - usually all night, every night during term-time - and many also offer a drop-in service. Help is now also available via Skype.)

www.samaritans.org
(Samaritans provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide.)

http://talktofrank.com/home_html.aspx
(Provides confidential advice on substance abuse via instant messaging, telephone, or email.)

http://www.youth2youth.co.uk/
(A helpline for young people aged 11-19, run by people of the same age. Help is available via email, online chat and telephone.)

www.befrienders.org
(A comprehensive suicide referral website. Gateway to hundreds of suicide helplines and emotional first aid centers worldwide and on the Internet.)

Info:

www.selfharm.org.uk
(Selfharm.org.uk is a key information resource for young people who self-harm, their friends and families, and professionals working with them.)

http://www.depressionalliance.org/
(Information about the symptoms and treatment of depression from Depression Alliance, a UK charity for people with clinical depression and anxiety.)

www.counselling-directory.org.uk
(This website is a support network of UK counselors and psychotherapists, with information on their training and experience, areas of counselling covered, fees and contact details. This service is free, confidential and easy to use.)

http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/mental_health/index.shtml
(An index of mental health issues including information on eating disorders, depression, panic attacks and suicidal feelings. This website gives advice on how to care for people dealing with these issues and coping techniques for those who are suffering.)

http://www.selfharmony.co.uk/
(This website includes information about self injury, how to confront the issue and build a support system. This site has resources including online cinema, suggested reading section, online artwork gallery and an online forum.)

Treatment Centers:

www.maytree.org.uk
(Maytree offers a short, free stay in a safe residential setting where you can talk, reflect and rest - and restore hope. Maytree is a place where you will be heard, respected and accepted, without judgement and in confidence.)