Self Harm is when you hurt yourself on purpose. You usually do it because something else feels wrong, it seems like the only way to let those feelings out. To find out more visit:
You may need to call 999 for an ambulance if:
- you or somebody else have taken an overdose of drugs, alcohol or prescription medication
- somebody is unconscious
- you or somebody else are in a lot of pain
- you or somebody else are having difficulty breathing
- you or somebody else are losing a lot of blood from a cut or wound
- you or somebody else are in shock after a serious cut or burn
If your injury isn't serious, you could be treated at a minor injuries unit. These healthcare services are run by doctors or nurses to assess and treat minor injuries, such as minor
burns and scalds, infected wounds and broken bones.
NHS
walk-in centres, where a nurse can treat you without appointment, are also available for minor cuts and bruises.
Helplines and online support
- Text support, web chat and helpline for women and girls Self Injury Support
- Emotional Support via phone, online chat or email for anyone under 18
Childline
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The Mix essential support to under 25’s via helpline, email, one to one chat and counselling
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Calm harm free app providing support and strategies to help you resist or manage the urge to self-harm download from Google Play or App Store
- Emotional support 24 hours a day 365 days a year
Samaritans
- CALM provide support for men in the UK who are down or have hit a wall
Helpline and Webchat
Need to speak to someone in person?
Support if you live in Halton
- Up to 18
Headz Up Halton Drop in
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Reading well for Young People Books available from Halton Libraries
- Emotional Support via Web Chat for 11 to 25 year olds
Kooth
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Nightstop Communities Northwest CIC - Comprehensive mental health support service with highly experienced counsellors with variety of specialisms inclusive of SEN for ages 6 plus
- Halton Mind
Counselling services for 18 plus
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Halton Local offer Info for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/ or disabilities from birth to 25
- Feeling anxious, worried or overwhelmed? Text REACH to 85258 for free confidential text support 24/7
- If you are aged between 11 and 19 you can speak to a school nurse via Chat Health text service between 9am and 5 pm. You will receive a response within 24 hours simply send a text to the following number
07507 330521