Explains what post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD are, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family.
03444 775 774 (helpline)
07537 416 905 (text)
anxietyuk.org.uk
Advice and support for people living with anxiety.
assisttraumacare.org.uk
Information and specialist help for people who've experienced trauma or are supporting someone who has.
birthtraumaassociation.org.uk
Support for anyone affected by birth trauma, including partners.
0800 1381 619
combatstress.org.uk
Treatment and support for armed forces veterans who have mental health problems.
disasteraction.org.uk
Information and support for people affected by major disasters in the UK and overseas.
emdrassociation.org.uk
Professional association of EMDR clinicians and researchers in the UK and Ireland. Provides extensive information about EMDR.
havoca.org
Information and support for adults affected by childhood abuse, including an online support forum.
0808 802 0808 (freephone)
07717 989 022 (textline)
lifecentre.uk.com
Support for survivors of sexual abuse and anyone supporting them, including a helpline, text support and email counselling.
moodjuice.scot.nhs.uk
Online self-help guides on topics including depression, anxiety and stress.
0808 801 0331
napac.org.uk
A charity supporting adult survivors of any form of childhood abuse. Provides a support line and local support services.
nice.org.uk
Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.
nhs.uk
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
0300 302 0551
ptsdresolution.org
Helps veterans, reservists and their families with trauma and distress.
08454 500 355
roadpeace.org
Information and support for people bereaved or seriously injured due to road crashes.
08088 010 818
thesurvivorstrust.org
Lists local specialist services for survivors of sexual violence, including advocates and Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs).
0808 168 9111
victimsupport.org.uk
Provides emotional and practical support for people affected by crime and traumatic events.
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