Speech, Language and Communication Needs

You should telephone: 999 or go to A&E if:

• someone's life is at risk – for example, they have seriously injured themselves or taken an overdose
• you do not feel you can keep yourself or someone else safe

A mental health emergency should be taken as seriously as a physical one. You will not be wasting anyone's time.

Get advice from telephone: 111 or ask for an urgent GP appointment if:

• you're not able to speak to your local NHS urgent mental health helpline
• you need help urgently for your mental health, but it's not an emergency
• you're not sure what to do

Telephone: 111 will tell you the right place to get help if you need to see someone. You may be able to speak to a nurse, or mental health nurse, over the phone.

A GP can advise you about helpful treatments and help you access mental health services. You may be able to refer yourself to some services.