If you need someone to talk to or require urgent support, here are five helpline services that will be open over the festive period, including details about how to contact them:
1. NHS
The NHS has urgent mental health helplines for people of all ages. You can call for: 24-hour advice and support for you, your child, your parent or someone you care for; help to speak to a mental health professional; and an assessment to help decide on the best course of care. Visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-urgent-mental-health-helpline to find your local NHS urgent mental health helpline. You can also call NHS 111, text 18001 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk for non-emergency medical help and advice. (Photo by Dominic Lipinski/PA) Photo: Dominic Lipinski
2. Samaritans
You can call the Samaritans, which is always open, on 116 123. Calls are free from any phone. Alternatively, call 01282 694929 - local call charges apply. The listening service is open day or night, 365 days a year. (Photo by ABDUL MAJEED/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: ABDUL MAJEED
3. CALM
CALM - the Campaign Against Living Miserably - is available for mental health support via its helpline and webchat service from 5pm to midnight, 365 days a year. Ring 0800 58 58 58 or visit https://www.thecalmzone.net (Photo by AHMAD GHARABLI/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: AHMAD GHARABLI
4. National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK
The National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK provides a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide. The helpline is open from 6pm to midnight everyday on 0800 689 5652. or 0800 689 0880 and is a confidential service for those aged 18 or over. (Photo by STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: STEFANI REYNOLDS