Are you currently in a crisis or know someone who is? Please check our crisis support numbers to find out which organisations can provide the most appropriate support depending on your circumstances. We are here to assist you to get the best help for your crisis.
It is estimated that 1 in 4 people worldwide will experience some form of mental health problem during their lifetime. Mental illness is not something to be ashamed of! Mental health affects us all and should be talked about openly.
Crisis lines and suicide hotlines in South Africa offer you the lifeline you need when you need it most. Reach for the phone, make the call, you have nothing to lose.
If you find your self in a challenging emotional situation and need to speak to a trained counsellor, calling a helpline, crisis line or a suicide hotline offers a great way to be heard and get sound advice. You are not alone.
Dr Reddy’s Help Line offers emotional support to people in South Africa who are in distress or at risk of suicide.
Adcock Ingram Depression and Anxiety Helpline offers emotional support to people in South Africa who are in distress or at risk of suicide.
Akeso Psychiatric Response Unit offers 24-hour service to anyone requiring emergency psychiatric intervention in South Africa.
The ChaiFM Helpline offers a 24-hour helpline for people facing emotional distress and personal difficulties throughout South Africa. They also offer a referral service in instances where further intervention or face to face help may is required.
Enables children to discuss difficulties that would be far too risky in face to face contacts 24 hours a day.
Cipla 24hr Mental Health Helpline offers free counselling support to people in South Africa who are in distress or at risk of suicide.
Lifeline South Africa offers 24-hour service to people in South Africa to address the psychological and social stresses and trauma that they are struggling to deal with.
South African Depression and Anxiety Group's Suicide Prevention Line offers 24-hour support to people in South Africa who are at risk of suicide.
South Africa Suicide Crisis Helpline offers 24-hour support to people in South Africa who are in distress or at risk of suicide.
MobieG provides online and mobile support for young people in South Africa on the challenges most commonly faced by this age group. Included is a pornography helpline, a support group and counselling, all of which can be accessed through their app.
For abuse trafficking reports and drug related crimes.
For alcohol and substance abuse rehabilitation and helpline.
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