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In-Person Support for Vignan Bharat
It can be hard to reach out to someone when things are overwhelming. But conversation is a powerful coping tool. Talking or texting with someone on an anonymous, private helpline can relieve stress.
In severe crises or emergencies, call 112 (emergency response) or 104 or 108 for ambulance/medical assistance in Andhra Pradesh.
Helplines in Andhra Pradesh, India
About Roshni Helpline, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
Roshni provides emotional support to the depressed, distressed and suicidal. We have been in this service since 1997. It is a free and confidential service. We have telephone lines and an email service for people to contact us. At Roshni, we understand and listen to you. If the going gets difficult, and you feel desperate and alone, you may reach a point when you feel that life is no longer worth living. At this point, we at Roshni try to fill the void by offering support. Roshni provides a platform for the distressed, depressed and suicidal to ventilate their emotions.
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Medical Health Support Services
Number: 104 or 108
For general medical and mental health assistance across the state. A.P. govt. to appoint single service provider for ‘108’, ‘104’ ambulance and emergency call centre.
Tele MANAS: Revolutionizing Mental Health Care in India
The National Tele Mental Health Programme (NTMHP), launched by the Government of India on October 10, 2022, marks two years of significant contributions to the nation's mental healthcare system. As part of this initiative, Tele MANAS (Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States) was introduced as a toll-free helpline (14416) available nationwide, offering a wide range of mental health services. Through this digital platform, individuals can access telephone-based counselling, psychotherapy, psychiatric consultations, and referral services, including urgent care, without the barriers of distance or cost. Tele MANAS offers 24/7, free mental health support through phone-based services, ensuring that individuals across India can easily access the help they need. The service is structured in a two-tier system to optimize care delivery and enhance support.
Chat-based Counselling Services
Chat-based counselling services (not for an active crisis)
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Ava – Mental Wellness: https://avamentalwellness.com/
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LonepackBuddy: https://lonepack.org/app/home
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Nowandme: https://nowandme.com/
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It's ok to talk: http://itsoktotalk.in/
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TickTalkTo: https://ticktalkto.com/
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Therapeer: https://www.therapeer.app/
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BBSTutorial: https://www.bbstutorial.com/
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AllQuotesInHindi: https://www.allquotesinhindi.com/
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Athiras Online Counselling: https://athirarakesh.com/