Helplines in Ards and North Down, Northern Ireland for supporting others.

Contact a hotline in Ards and North Down, Northern Ireland for help supporting a loved one with mental health problems.

It's normal to be concerned when it seems like someone you care about is not acting like their usual self. You may wonder whether they are struggling with their mental health. 1 helplines are available in Ards and North Down, Northern Ireland to offer you support and advice. Feel free to reach out if these signs seem familiar:

• They have harmed themselves.
• They have become more withdrawn.
• They always seems to be down or in a low mood.
• They have told you that they are having trouble sleeping.
• They are struggling at school or work.
• They complain about being about being tired all the time.
• They often complain of aches and pains that have no obvious cause.
• They have told you they are struggling emotionally.

When someone you love opens up to you about difficult thoughts and feelings, not knowing how to respond is very normal. Yet it can make you feel helpless and cause you distress. Fortunately, there are lots of simple ways you can show your support.

If you contact a hotline in Ards and North Down, Northern Ireland, you'll be connected to a knowledgeable volunteer, peer or counselor who can help. They can talk you through different ways of supporting a loved one and provide you with referrals if needed. They can also help you find ways to cope with your own distress.