Interactive flow chart
Are you having thoughts and urges about hurting yourself or ending your life?
Please stop, take a deep breath and follow the steps below:
Are you in a crisis?
Great! Could you call the contacts on your safety plan?
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That's a big step
Give your contacts on your safety plan the chance to help.
If this is unsuccessful then there are more options below...
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You are not alone!
Why not try one of the options below?
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Start againDo you feel you can make one with some instructions?
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Why not try one of the options below?
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Start againBrilliant, There are safety plan templates online
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Start againTry speaking to someone you trust about how you're feeling. Alternatively contact your GP or Lead Practitioner.
You could also try some distraction techniques
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Start againHere are some more options to help while you are feeling like this:
Call NHS 111 and select option 2 for mental health.
Text the word SUSSEX to 85258. This free, confidential, anonymous text support service is available 24/7
Call the Samaritans helpline on 116 123.
If you feel at risk of harming yourself or others, please call 999 or go to your nearest A&E
Find a list of mental health services near you
Useful apps
7 Cups |
Daylio |
SAM |
Headspace |
Stay Alive |
Calm Harm |
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