If you are in immediate danger or thinking about acting on suicidal thoughts, please call your local emergency number right now.
You do not have to go through this alone - support is available.
Emergency & Crisis Hotlines
International (English-speaking resources)
International Suicide Hotlines (Befrienders Worldwide):
https://findahelpline.com - searchable global directory of crisis hotlines.IFRC Psychosocial Centre (Red Cross):
https://pscentre.org - international crisis support and resources.Lifeline (US): Dial 988 (24/7, free, confidential)
https://988lifeline.org/
Germany-Specific
TelefonSeelsorge (Crisis Line):
Dial 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222 (24/7, free, anonymous)
https://www.telefonseelsorge.de
Nummer gegen Kummer (For Children & Young People):
Dial 116 111 (Mon–Sat, 14:00–20:00)
https://www.nummergegenkummer.de
Nummer gegen Kummer (For Parents):
Dial 0800 111 0 550 (Mon–Fri, 9:00–17:00, Tue & Thu until 19:00)
Other Helpful Resources
German Depression Foundation (Deutsche Depressionshilfe):
https://www.deutsche-depressionshilfe.deMind (UK-based, English resources):
https://www.mind.org.ukMental Health Europe:
https://www.mhe-sme.org
A Gentle Reminder
GreytoLight shares personal experiences, not professional medical advice.
If you’re struggeling, please reach out to one of the recourses above or a trusted health professional.
Reaching out is not weakness - it is an act of courage.