Shout is an affiliate of Crisis Text Line® in the UK that provides free, confidential support 24/7 via text. It is the first free 24/7 texting service in the UK for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. Shout is available in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
The SHOUT service is a confidential, 24/7 text service for people aged 16+, operated by trained crisis volunteers who will chat using text responses. Advice is available for anyone struggling with a host of issues, including anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, abuse or assault, self-harm, bullying or relationship issues.
To start a conversation, text the word 'SHOUT' to 85258. Our trained volunteers are here to listen at any time of day or night, and messages won't appear on your phone bill. Every texter is connected with a real-life human being trained to bring people from a hot moment to a cool calm place through active listening and collaborative problem-solving. All of our Crisis Volunteers donate their time to helping people in crisis.
If your life is at imminent risk, call the emergency services on 999.
Anyone aged 16+ in the UK
Monday to Sunday
24/7
Via a text service
Free
Just text the word SHOUT to 85258
Text: 85258
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