Suicidal feelings
Suicide, support, help
Samaritans
Why do people call the Samaritans?
They are here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year: +44 (0) 8457 90 90 90.
What to do if you are feeling actively suicidal when usual services may be closed:
If you are about to harm yourself or have already done so, phone 999 or immediately go to the Emergency Department at your local hospital.
There is a university mental health advisor on duty Monday–Thursday 9:00–17:00 and Friday 9:00–16:30. You can contact them by calling 01752 587676.
You can also contact campus security 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you have no immediate plans to harm yourself, the below services may be helpful:
- First Response (24/7 crisis phone line local to Plymouth)
- NHS 111
- Samaritans
- Togetherall
- SHOUT (crisis text service)
Additional self-help resources
We also have a range of leaflets, presentations and audio files created by staff at the University that may be helpful.
Professional support
If something is causing you concern, is upsetting or distressing you, then it may help to talk about it in a safe environment.
If you are a partnership student please find out what support your institution offers.
For students studying on the Plymouth and Truro campus, you can seek support and professional advice from:
Andy's Man Club
A peer-to-peer support group for men
Andy's Man Club is a place for men to come together in a safe environment to talk about issues and problems they have faced or are currently facing. Come have a brew and a chat. #itsokaytotalk
All our groups meet on Mondays at 19.00. Visit the Andy's Man Club website to find your nearest group.
