Helplines in Belgium.

Contact a hotline in Belgium for help supporting a loved one with mental health problems.

Mental health problems affect about 13% of the global population. When it seems like a loved one is battling with their mental health, you might be struggling yourself to know how to support them. If you notice these signs in someone you care about, reach out for advice from one of 7 hotlines in Belgium.

• They appear to be consumed by their thoughts and in their own world.
• They don’t seem to be keeping up with their daily responsibilities.
• They have stopped caring about their physical appearance.
• They have told you they are struggling emotionally.
• They seem irritable and their moods are unpredictable.
• They often complain of aches and pains that have no obvious cause.
• They reject invitations to spend time together or hang out.
• They always seems to be down or in a low mood.

If you've noticed a change in a loved one's attitude or behavior, it can be scary. It's normal to feel worried and unsure about what you can do to help. Simply being there for your loved one, even in small ways, can be extremely valuable.

If you feel alone in supporting a loved one through a crisis, then reaching out to a helpline volunteer in Belgium could help. A helpline volunteer will offer you trusted advice on how to be there for the person you care about while looking after yourself at the same time.