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Youth and student mental health

Support designed for young people aged 12–25.

Signs support may help

  • School or college pressure feels too much
  • Mood changes, withdrawing from friends
  • Self-harm or suicidal thoughts
  • Bullying or family stress

Recommended Irish services

Text About It (50808)

Free 24/7 anonymous text support. Text HELLO to 50808.

  • 24/7
  • Free
  • Anonymous
  • No referral needed

Childline (ISPCC)

Support for anyone under 18 — listening, no problem too big or small.

  • 24/7
  • Free
  • Anonymous
  • No referral needed

Jigsaw

Free mental health support for young people aged 12–25.

  • Mon–Fri 9am–5pm; live chat extended hours
  • Free
  • No referral needed

SpunOut

Youth information service with mental health resources and text support.

  • 24/7 text
  • Free
  • Anonymous
  • No referral needed