Helplines in Sierra Leone for depression.

Contact a free depression hotline in Sierra Leone for confidential support

Depression is a common mental health problem that affects millions of people worldwide. When you're depressed you feel sad on most days and you may find it difficult to keep up with life's demands.

If you're in Sierra Leone and this sounds like you, then 1 hotlines are available and ready to support you. Consider reaching out if you notice these signs and symptoms of depression:

• 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 feel worthless and deserving of disgust
• You could be sleeping excessively
• Sometimes, you feel dead inside
• You feel down in the dumps
• You don’t care for your hobbies or work
• You became irritable for no reason

Experiencing the symptoms of depression can be the greatest challenge of your life. Nonetheless, many people in your position have successfully got through it and built a better life. Depression may feel lonely, but you are far from alone in experiencing what you are feeling.

Depression can make you feel worthless, like you don't deserve or are beyond help. But this is not true. You deserve help and support from people who care about your situation. Helpline volunteers and counselors in Sierra Leone care about what you're going through, want to support you, and help you find a path forward.

If you feel like you might need support with feelings of sadness, depression or hopelessness, try reaching out to a hotline in Sierra Leone. It's free and confidential.