UK
Mind: A leading mental health charity providing information and support for various mental health conditions, including BPD.
- Helpline: 0300 123 3393
- Email: [email protected]
Samaritans: Offers 24/7 confidential emotional support to anyone in distress.
- Helpline: 116 123 (freephone)
- Email: [email protected]
Shout: A confidential 24/7 text service for those in crisis.
- Text: 85258 (text “SHOUT”)
Borderline Support UK CIC: A community interest company offering support and resources specifically for individuals affected by BPD.
USA
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: A 24/7, free, and confidential support line for individuals in distress.
- Phone: 988
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Provides information and support for various mental health conditions, including BPD.
- Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
- Text: Text “HELPLINE” to 62640
Crisis Text Line: Offers free, confidential support 24/7 via text.
- Text: Text “HOME” to 741741
Australia
Lifeline Australia: Provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.
- Phone: 13 11 14
- Text: 0477 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: Offers support for anxiety, depression, and related mental health issues.
- Phone: 1300 22 4636
SANE Australia: Provides information and support for complex mental health issues, including BPD.
- Phone: 1800 18 7263
South Africa
South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG): A leading mental health support organization in South Africa, offering resources and assistance for various mental health conditions, including BPD.
- 24-Hour Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0800 567 567
- General Helpline: 0800 456 789
Canada
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Provides 24/7 support for individuals in crisis or contemplating suicide.
- Phone: 9-8-8
Talk Suicide Canada: Offers crisis support and suicide prevention services across Canada.
- Phone: 1-833-456-4566 (available 24/7)
- Text: 45645 (available from 4 p.m. to midnight Eastern Time)
Sashbear Foundation: Offers programs and resources for individuals affected by BPD and their families, including the Family Connections program.
New Zealand
Lifeline New Zealand: Provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.
- Phone: 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE)
- Text: 4357 (HELP)
Samaritans: Offers confidential emotional support to anyone in distress.
- Phone: 0800 726 666
Suicide Crisis Helpline: A 24/7 service for individuals in crisis or those concerned about someone else.
- Phone: 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)
Need to Talk? 1737: A free service where you can call or text 1737 anytime to speak with a trained counsellor.