Below, you'll find a selection of resources and links that you may find helpful. Please remember that these resources do not substitute professional mental health services. If you feel you are in crisis or need immediate help, call the emergency services on 999 or 112 or go to your nearest hospital. 

Emergency Contacts & Helplines

• Samaritans Ireland
  Phone: 116 123 (Free, 24/7)
  Website: www.samaritans.ie
  Confidential listening service for anyone in distress, struggling to cope, or feeling suicidal.

• Pieta House
  Phone: 1800 247 247 (Free, 24/7)
  Text: HELP to 51444
  Website: www.pieta.ie
  Free therapy for those engaging in self-harm, experiencing suicidal ideation, or bereaved by suicide.

• Aware
  Phone: 1800 80 48 48 (Free, 7 days, 10 am–10 pm)
  Website: www.aware.ie
  Support for individuals affected by depression, bipolar disorder, and related mood conditions.

• SOSAD Ireland
  Phone (24/7 Helpline): 0818 901 909
  Website: sosadireland.ie
  Provides support for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression, or bereavement.

• One In Four
  Phone: 01 662 4070
  Website: oneinfour.ie
  Specialised support for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and their families.

• Men's Aid
  Phone (Helpline): 01 554 3811
  Website: mensaid.ie
  Confidential support for men who experience domestic abuse.

• Women's Aid
  Phone (24/7 Helpline): 1800 341 900
  Website: womensaid.ie
  Support and information for women affected by domestic violence and abuse.

• Rape Crisis Centre (Dublin)
  National 24-Hour Helpline: 1800 77 88 88
  Website: www.drcc.ie
  Confidential listening and support for survivors of sexual violence.

Online Mental Health Resources

• Your Mental Health (HSE)
  www2.hse.ie/mental-health/
  HSE's dedicated platform for mental health information, services, and support in Ireland.

• Mental Health Ireland
  www.mentalhealthireland.ie
  Information on mental health awareness, wellness tips, and details of local support groups.

• SpunOut.ie (For Young People)
  www.spunout.ie
  Youth-led website providing mental health information, support, and resources for 16–25-year-olds.

Self-Help Tools & Apps

• Headspace
  Offers guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help reduce stress, improve sleep, and promote overall well-being.
  www.headspace.com

• Calm
  Mindfulness app featuring guided meditations, sleep stories, and calming music.
  www.calm.com

• Insight Timer
  Includes a vast library of free guided meditations, relaxing music, talks by mindfulness experts, and a versatile meditation timer.
  insighttimer.com

Recommended Reading

• "Anxiety" by Joshua Fletcher - A straightforward and compassionate resource for understanding and coping with panic attacks and anxiety.
• "Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?" by Dr. Julie Smith - Offers simple, practical advice and coping strategies for various mental health challenges.

Disclaimer

These resources are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. They are not intended to replace professional mental health services. If you require more comprehensive care, please consult a qualified mental health professional.