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This page contains information on what you can do to support a UCL student experiencing suicidal thoughts if you are a family member or a friend from outside UCL.
Crisis support
If someone is at immediate risk of harming themselves (for example, if they've made a plan and are worried that they may act on it soon), then this is a crisis and the person should go directly to the Accident & Emergency (A&E) department of the local hospital to get urgent help. Call 999 to request an ambulance if they are unable to go there themselves.
UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services (including Counselling) are not able to provide any kind of emergency or crisis support.
Find your nearest A&E department.
Student of Concern Form
You can contact UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services (SSWS) by completing a Student of Concern Form. Student Support and Wellbeing Services will reach out to the student and offer the support. We ordinarily rely on the student choosing to engage with support.
Find out more about the Student of Concern process and complete the form
Look after yourself
It is important to remember that if you are concerned about someone, you do not have to deal with this alone. Get others involved where you can and seek expert help if appropriate. You may find it helpful to seek professional advice to discuss how the issues have affected you.