Helplines in Bangladesh.

Battling to cope with your diagnosis and symptoms? Reach out to a helpline for free support in Bangladesh

The news and reality of a physical illness can have a disruptive impact on your life. You may have trouble doing things that seemed effortless before. You may feel alone, burdensome, or isolated from your friends and family. In Bangladesh there are 1 helplines you can contact for support whenever you feel:

• That you can no longer be a valuable member of your family or social group.
• Grief about the health, mobility, social life and peace of mind that you have lost.
• Anxiety, tension, fear, sadness and helplessness about your condition and what the future holds.
• Denial, reluctance or an inability to accept your diagnosis or medical condition.
• Frustration and anger about the uncertainty and disabilities associated with your illness.
• Isolated from those who don’t comprehend your discomfort or the seriousness of your condition.
• Shame and sadness about becoming a burden to others.
• That you are powerless, hopeless or burdensome.

The impacts of physical illness can extend beyond physical pain and disability. The emotions you feel from these sudden or ongoing changes to your normal way of life can be overwhelming, and you may need support. You likely need someone to confide, who can help you find your inner strength.

You have the potential to face physical illness with grace and resilience. To do so, you need to nurture your mental and emotional wellbeing. You can start by confiding in someone in Bangladesh who understands how deeply medical distress can affect your mental health. Reaching for support does not make you weak, helpless or incapable – it just means you’re human.