Shout - UK's 24/7 Crisis Text Service for Mental Health Support
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24/7
You can text us any time, day or night.
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Confidential
Your messages with us are confidential and anonymous.
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Free
It is free to text Shout 85258 from all major mobile networks in the UK.
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A guide to looking after your mental health at uni
Starting university can be exciting, but it's also a time of navigating some big life changes. Whether you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed, or just want to feel prepared, this guide is for you.

Book an unforgettable trip with Shout
Help people in the UK access life-saving mental health support by taking on a once-in-a-lifetime fundraising challenge with our friends at Choose a Challenge.
Adventures include Everest Base Camp, Kilimanjaro and the UK 3 Peaks.

Online resources and support
However you're feeling right now, you don't have to face it alone. We're here to support you with your mental health.
Take a look at our resources, information and support, find further help or reach out to one of our volunteers.

Get involved
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Support mental health at your university
Work with Shout to raise awareness, support student mental health and fundraise.
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Support mental health in your workplace
How businesses can work with us to improve employee wellbeing, raise awareness and fundraise.
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Sign up to our supporter newsletter
Join our mission to improve mental health across the UK and receive updates on how you can help us to prevent suicides.
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Share your story
If you've texted Shout 85258 and been helped by one of our volunteers, you can share your story here to help us help others who are in need of support.
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Fundraise
Your fundraising support helps us continue to be there 24/7 for anyone who needs in the moment mental health support.
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Donate
Donate today and you can help us be there for someone who is struggling with their mental health. £10 enables us to take a potentially life-saving conversation.
Testimonials
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