I need to talk to someone

Dealing with big or difficult feelings is not easy. It can feel harder if you try to deal with them alone.

You matter, there is help for you.

Who can help

Children and young people can contact Childline about anything that may be worrying them.

Call 0800 1111 or 1-2-1 chat is available online. 

For anyone aged 19 and under

If you are finding it hard to cope and need to talk to someone you can phone:

Samaritans  116 123 or email them at jo@Samaritans.org

For anyone aged 20 and over

If you are finding it hard to cope and need to talk to someone you can phone:

You do not have to deal with these problems on your own.

If you are finding it hard to cope and need to talk to someone you can text:

Shout to 85258

A text messaging support service for anyone.

Open 24hours and 7 days a week

If you would like help with your sexual orientation or gender identity you can get support from LGBT Youth Scotland.

If you are worried about online sexual abuse or the way someone is talking to you online.

CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) can help.

If you are worried about your own or someone else’s sexual thoughts, feelings or actions.

Shore is a safe online space for teenagers

Find help here.

If you have been sexually abused, sexually assaulted or raped it is important to get support.

Rape Crisis Scotland can help

Get in touch any day between 5pm – midnight:

Call: 08088 01 03 02

Text: 07537 410 027

If you are in danger or need urgent medical attention, call 999.