30 September 2024

Mental Health Crisis and Emergency Resources

Mental Health Crisis and Emergency Awareness, Information and Guidance

Mental Health Crises and Emergency Resources

It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.” — Aristotle

If you’re going through hell, keep going.” — Winston Churchill

Mental Health Crisis Resources 

Mental Health Emergencies

Mental Health Crisis and Emergencies

"It’s crucial to seek help immediately. Here are some resources and steps you can take:

  • Emergency Services: If someone’s life is at risk or you feel you cannot keep yourself or someone else safe, call 999 or go to the nearest A&E (Accident & Emergency) department.
  • Mental Health Helplines: Samaritans: Call 116 123 for confidential support available 24/7.

  • Shout Crisis Text Line: Text SHOUT to 85258 for support via text message.

  • Childline: For those under 19, call 0800 1111.
  • NHS 111: For urgent mental health support, you can call 111 and select the mental health option to speak with a trained professional.
  • Crisis Teams: Local crisis resolution and home treatment teams (CRHTs) can provide immediate support and help manage mental health crises at home.
  • Mental Health Charities:
     
    • Mind: Offers information on coping during a crisis and planning for future crises.

    • Mental Health Foundation: Provides practical tools and resources for crisis care.

Remember, reaching out for help is a crucial step, and there are many resources available to support you through difficult times." (Source: Microsoft Copilot)

Behavioral Emergencies Psych Guides

Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Multnomah County

Creating a Mental Health Crisis Plan Psych Central

Children’s Mental Health is in Crisis American Psychological Association

Coping with Mental Health Crises and Emergencies Here To Help

Core Elements to Responding to Mental Health Crises US Department of Health and Human Services PDF Document Download

Definition of Emergency specific to Mental Health Public Health

Disaster Mental / Behavioral Health and Emergency Preparedness Department of Health

Disaster Mental Health Planning and Response Resources Office of Mental Health New York

Emergency Mental Health and Psychiatry University of Michigan Health

Getting Help in a Mental Health Crisis Mind

How to Help in an Emotional Crisis American Psychological Association

How to Spot the Signs of a Mental Health Crisis in Someone You Love WebMD

Recognising a Mental Health Crisis New Vista

Mental health Crisis Lines Washington State Health Authority

Mental Health Emergencies TUFTS

Mental Health in Emergencies Fact Sheet World Health Organization WHO

Mental Health Resources During an Emergency (Buffalo Tragedy) View PDF New York State

Mental Health Resources for People in Crisis PSYCOM

National Guidelines for Behavioral Health Crisis Care Best Practice Toolkit
PDF Download SAMHSA

Navigating a Mental Health Crisis A NAMI PDF Download Resource Guide  

Procedures in the Event of Mental Health Emergency or Crisis Everett Community College

Support for adults experiencing a mental health crisis or urgent care need NHS

Urgent Treatment for Mental Illness Better Health Channel

What Is a Mental Health Crisis: Signs, Causes, and How to Get Help Psych Central

What is a Psychiatric Emergency? American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

What to Do in a Mental Health Crisis NHS

What Does a Mental Health Crisis Look Like? KVC Health Systems

What to Do In a Mental Health Crisis National Alliance on Mental Health NAMI

When Behavioral Health Emergencies Arise, Who Responds Can Affect Outcomes PEW

When Is Mental Health a Crisis? Crisis Response

When is Mental Health a Medical Emergency? Life Healthcare

Where to get Urgent Help for Mental Health NHS