If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this book, you might find the following resources helpful:
Provides confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (24 hours a day, seven days a week)
Provides advice and support on a range of topics including types of mental health problem, legislation and details of local help and support in England and Wales.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (weekdays 9am–6pm)
A listening service open at night run by students to support students.
www.nightline.ac.uk/want-to-talk/
Aims to improve survival rates and quality of life for patients.
FOR DOCTORS
Peer support for doctors and medical students with mental health concerns.
24-hour counselling available to any UK doctor.
www.bma.org.uk/advice/work-life-support/your-wellbeing
24-hour text based crisis support available for any doctor in England.