Useful contacts for tips and treatment of depression, and guidance for friends and family.
Anxiety UK
Advice and support for people living with anxiety.
03444 775 774 (helpline)
07537 416 905 (text)
Big White Wall
Online mental health community. Free in some areas through your GP, employer or university.
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Professional body for talking therapy and counselling. Provides information and a list of accredited therapists.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
Provides listening services, information and support for men at risk of suicide, including a web chat.
Cruse Bereavement Care
Information and support after a bereavement.
Depression UK
Depression self-help organisation made up of individuals and local groups.
Do-it
Lists UK volunteering opportunities.
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC)
A charity supporting adult survivors of any form of childhood abuse. Provides a support line and local support services.
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.
NCT
Provides information, support and classes for parents.
NHS UK
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
Papyrus HOPELINEUK
Confidential support for under-35s at risk of suicide and others who are concerned about them.
07786 209697 (text)
Rehab 4 Addiction
Advice on lifestyle changes, and therapy or treatment options, to combat depression.
rehab4addiction.co.uk/mental-health/depression-rehab
Samaritans
Open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk.
116 123 (freephone)
Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK, PO Box 90 90, Stirling FK8 2SA
Sane
Offers emotional support and information for anyone affected by mental health problems.
UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
Professional body for the education, training and accreditation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Provides online register of psychotherapists offering different talking treatments privately.