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CALM Guides

If you’re facing something tough like anxiety, depression, money worries or a break up, our guides have loads of practical advice and information to help you move forward.

Common issues

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Anxiety

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Suicidal thoughts

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Persistent suicidal thoughts

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Bereavement by suicide

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A-Z

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Abuse

Addiction can impact all areas of your life. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, this page has practical info and advice to help you move forward.

Addiction

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Anger

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Anxiety

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Bereavement by suicide

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Bipolar Disorder

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Body image

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Bullying

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Depression

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Eating disorders

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Erectile Dysfunction

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Exam stress

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Financial stress & money worries

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Gambling addiction

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Gender identity

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Grief

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Hair loss

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Hearing Voices

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Homelessness

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Loneliness and social isolation

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Masturbation

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Mental Health

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Neurodiversity

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OCD

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Persistent suicidal thoughts

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PTSD

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Racism

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Relationship breakdown

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Self-harm

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Sexuality

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Suicidal thoughts

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Terminal illness

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Support FAQs

CALM's professional helpline staff are available from 5pm to midnight every day. They can help you explore how you’re feeling and will talk things through without judgement. They'll give practical advice and suggestions to help you find a way to get help and feel better. Find out more about CALM's helpline here.

It can be difficult to know what to do if you’re worried that someone close to you is at risk of suicide. We’ve got loads of information and resources to help you be there for your friends, family and colleagues. Find ways to support here.

Yes. Our helpline is for anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts. Our professional helpline team is equipped to talk to people from every gender identity.