World Suicide Prevention Day

The number of suicides in England and Wales has hit a fifteen year high, according to the latest figures

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day.  Here are some websites you may find useful if you, or someone you know, are thinking about taking your own life:

The Samaritans You can also call FREE in the UK on 116 123

Calm Aimed at helping men at risk of suicide

Mental Health Foundation

Mind

Papyrus – preventing young suicide

If you have been affected by suicide you may find these resources useful:

Cruse Bereavement Care

SOBS

Remember, talking can help whether with a close friend or a qualified professional. It’s okay to talk about how you feel, even if you don’t know where to start.  

Published by Delphi

Delphi is a counsellor, speaker and author of Answers In The Dark: Grief, Sleep and How Dreams Can Help You Heal, out now on Amazon and Hive © All rights reserved.

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