Sometimes people feel especially low or anxious, to the extent that they might think about hurting themselves. Unfortunately, we are not a 24-hour service, but if you are worried about yourself or someone else out of hours, here are a few numbers and contacts.
- NHS 24 on 111
- Breathing Space (https://breathingspace.scot/) on 0800 83 85 87
- Samaritans (https://www.samaritans.org/?nation=scotland) on 116 123
It can be difficult to pick up the phone and dial one of these services, but the staff on these phone lines are trained to help you cope in a crisis. We hope you will reach out and ask for the support you need when you need it.