'Give us a shout' - Confidential crisis support on your mobile phone

Need someone to talk to? By texting SHOUT to 85258, you can connect with a trained volunteer 24/7 for confidential support.

This service is always here for you - so whether you've had an emotionally tough day or you're struggling in the middle of the night, support is just a 'SHOUT' away.

Shout is the UK's first and only free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone who is struggling to cope, and is the UK operation of Crisis Text Line, a global not-for-profit organisation.

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