In India, there are several helplines and organizations that provide mental health support and crisis intervention services. Here are some key resources for mental health helplines and support in India.
- Vandrevala Foundation:
- Helpline: 1860-2662-345 or 1800-2333-330
- Website: www.vandrevalafoundation.com
- The Vandrevala Foundation offers telephonic and online support for individuals experiencing mental health crises, including emotional distress, depression, and anxiety.
- Roshni:
- Helpline: +91-40-66202000
- Email: roshnihelp@gmail.com
- Website: www.roshnihyd.org
- Roshni is a Hyderabad-based organization that provides emotional support and suicide prevention services through its helpline and email support.
- VIMHANS Mental Health Helpline:
- Helpline: +91-981110-1234
- Website: www.vimhans.net
- VIMHANS (Vidyasagar Institute of Mental Health, Neuro & Allied Sciences) offers a mental health helpline for individuals seeking assistance with mental health concerns.
- iCall:
- Helpline: +91-22-2556-3291 or +91-22-2556-3292
- Email: icall@tiss.edu
- Website: www.icallhelpline.org
- iCall is a helpline and counseling service provided by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS). They offer emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention.
- Sumaitri:
- Helpline: +91-22-2772-6770
- Email: feelingsuicidal@sumaitri.net
- Website: www.sumaitri.net
- Sumaitri is a non-profit organization based in Delhi that offers emotional support to individuals in distress, including those with suicidal thoughts.
- Snehi:
- Helpline: +91-22-2772-6770
- Email: snehihelpline@gmail.com
- Snehi is a Mumbai-based helpline that provides emotional support and crisis intervention services to individuals in need.
- Rise Against Suicide:
- Helpline: +91-22-2556-3291
- Email: info@riseagainstsuicide.org
- Website: www.riseagainstsuicide.org
- Rise Against Suicide is an organization that focuses on suicide prevention and offers support through its helpline and online resources.
- Mental Health Foundation (India):
- Helpline: +91-98188-52185
- Website: www.mhfi.org
- The Mental Health Foundation (India) provides mental health support, education, and advocacy.
Please note that the availability of these helplines and their services may vary, so it’s essential to reach out during their operational hours. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, do not hesitate to seek help from these organizations or a mental health professional in your area.