Do you need help right now?

call the Samaritans from any phone on 116 123

or

contact the Pieta House at any hour of the day by phoning Freecall 1800 247 247 or simply text HELP to 51444.

Alternatively you can visit the local A&E.

For more information and contact numbers, please check out the Useful links below.

Are you under 18 years of age?

Call Childline: 1 800 666 6666

Feeling depressed

When it is difficult to cope, when you feel tearful most of the time, angry with the whole world or feeling useless, there could be many causes and mental health issues in the background. Read some information on causes, stories on recoveries and some helpful tips to cheer up.

Someone close to me needs help

There are a number of ways that family and friends can help in someone’s journey of recovery from a mental illness. Find out more below.