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Shout: the UK's free, confidential and 24/7 mental health text service for crisis support

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  • 24/7

    You can text us any time, day or night.

  • Confidential

    Your messages with us are confidential and anonymous.

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    It is free to text Shout from all major mobile networks in the UK.

Latest news

Visit from The Prince of Wales marks a new chapter for Shout and Mental Health Innovations

Today, The Prince of Wales attended an event to mark the merger of our parent charity Mental Health Innovations with The Mix, a move that will help us reach millions more children, young people, and adults with free, digital mental health support.

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Be the difference

Ben has been a champion of Shout since we launched; his tireless campaigning and fundraising has meant he has been the difference to many people’s lives as they look to us for crisis support.

Now, he’s calling on others to show their support, too. Can you 'Be The Difference' for someone in crisis today?

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Testimonials

I think Shout saved my life tonight... no one has ever made me feel so safe, listened to and understood

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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.

These tips and resources and tips are here to help if you're feeling anxious, low, stressed or overwhelmed.

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