Urgent resources

It’s important not to let stigma or misconceptions stop us from seeking help. Early recognition and professional support can make a big difference, improving wellbeing and helping us live a fuller, more meaningful life.

 

If you notice signs of distress in yourself, a family member, or a friend, please reach out. You can find advice on how to support someone in distress and what kind of help might be best suited for you throught the MIRA programme website. Sometimes, simply talking to someone you trust is already a step forward.

 

A good first point of contact can also be your GP. Mental health professionals are available throught the national resource network – you can find your nearest one on the programme’s website, along with other resources for support.

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If your distress is severe and no other help is available, you can turn directly to:

• the on-call doctor,

• the emergency department of the nearest psychiatric hospital,

• the ambulance service (112), or

• the emergency psychiatric clinic at the Centre for Outpatient Psychiatry in Ljubljana (01/4750 670).

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You can also call one of the anonymous crisis hotlines:

• Klic v duševni stiski 01 520 99 00 (daily, 19:00–07:00).

• Samarijan and Sopotnik confidential helpline 116 123 (available 24/7, free of charge).

• SOS hotline for women and children victims of violence 080 11 55 (available 24/7).

• TOM helpline for children and adolescents 116 111 (daily, 12:00–20:00, free of charge).