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Global Mental Health Helplines

1. Befrienders Worldwide
   • Website: www.befrienders.org
   • Services: Provides a network of emotional support helplines globally.
2. Crisis Text Line (Available in Multiple Countries)
   • Text HOME to:
     • 741741 (US/Canada)
     • 85258 (UK)
     • 50808 (Ireland)
   • Website: www.crisistextline.org
3. International Suicide Prevention Directory
   • Website: findahelpline.com
   • Services: Helps locate the best helpline for your region.
4. UNICEF – Mental Health Support for Young People
   • Website: unicef.org
   • Services: Country-specific resources for emotional and psychological well-being.

Regional and National Helplines

United States

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988.
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741.

United Kingdom

• Samaritans: Call 116 123 (Free, 24/7).
• Shout: Text 85258.

Canada

• Talk Suicide Canada: Call 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645.

India

• Vandrevala Foundation: Call/WhatsApp +91 9999 666 555.
• AASRA: Call +91 9820466726.

Australia

• Lifeline Australia: Call 13 11 14.
• Kids Helpline: Call 1800 55 1800 (Ages 5–25).

New Zealand

• Need to Talk?: Call or text 1737.

South Africa

• SADAG: Call 0800 567 567 or SMS 31393.

Philippines

• Hopeline: Call 0917 558 4673 or 02 8804 4673.

Singapore

• SOS (Samaritans of Singapore): Call 1767.

Malaysia

• Befrienders KL: Call +603 7627 2929.

Germany

• Telefonseelsorge: Call 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222.

France

• SOS Amitié: Call 09 72 39 40 50.

Japan

• TELL Lifeline: Call 03-5774-0992.

Online and App-Based Support

1. 7 Cups
   • Website: www.7cups.com
   • Services: Free anonymous chat support with trained listeners.
2. IMAlive
   • Website: www.imalive.org
   • Services: Chat-based support for those in distress.
3. BetterHelp (Paid but accessible globally)
   • Website: www.betterhelp.com
   • Services: Online counseling and therapy.