Helplines in Cork, Ireland.

Contact a hotline in Cork, 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. 2 helplines are available in Cork, Ireland to offer you support and advice. Feel free to reach out if these signs seem familiar:

• 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 seem emotionally distant.
• They have suddenly lost or gained a lot of weight.
• They've recently experienced a significant life event like a break up or a death.
• They seem to believe things that seem very strange or frightening to you.
• They have become more withdrawn.
• They have started posting worrying content on social media.

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 Cork, 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.