Helplines in China.

Feeling depressed? Reach out to a hotline in China for free, confidential support

Depression can affect people in many different ways, but people who are depressed often report feeling sad, hopeless, or worthless. Depression can seriously impact your quality of life, but it is treatable.

If you're in China and this sounds like you, then 19 hotlines are available and ready to support you. Consider reaching out if you notice these signs and symptoms of depression:

• You have lost energy and feel tired all the time
• Sometimes, you feel dead inside
• You might be unable to sit still
• Your weight has changed alongside your emotions
• You could feel slower in your movement, speech, and reactions than usual
• Things that used to bring you joy mean nothing to you now
• You cannot concentrate and have difficulties memorizing things
• You find it difficult to socialize

Depression can be a response to a loss or great stress in your life. However, it can also happen for no obvious reason. Both experiences are fairly common but depression can make it feel like nobody will relate to what you're going through.

Reaching out for help when you're depressed is tough. You may feel like nobody will get you, that nobody cares about you, or that you're beyond help. But helpline conuselors and volunteers in China have been trained to help people who are feeling depressed. They care about how you feel and they want to help.

If you're in China and struggling with feelings of depression, sadness or hopelessness – or just feel alone in what you're going through – consider contacting a helpline for free, confidential help today.