Links and telephone help lines that you may find useful:

national Mind

Samaritans (08457 90 90 90)

SANEline (0845 767 8000)

Parentline Plus (0808 800 2222)

NHS Direct (0845 46 47)

Southend Borough Council

South East Essex NHS

24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline (0808 2000 247)