Breathing Space

If you are in Scotland, aged 16 or over, and feeling low, anxious or depressed, you can call to talk it through. There is also a webchat during the same hours.

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The call is free. The line is for people aged 16 and over in Scotland.

Hours
Monday to Thursday 6pm to 2am. Friday 6pm until Monday 6am.
Coverage
Scotland
Languages
English
Last checked
October 3, 2026

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We list this organization because it is a national service for the need on this page. We’re not affiliated with it, and we don’t speak for it. Last checked October 3, 2026: we opened its own site and confirmed this link and number. We don’t call the lines, and hours can change — their site has the latest.

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