Summer season finds Dália Madruga managing her husband's health condition.
Portugal offers various resources for individuals struggling with mental health issues, including suicide prevention services. In this article, we will discuss the key contacts and services available in the country.
Firstly, for discussing mental health issues and suicide prevention, the SNS (national health service) information line at 808 24 24 24 is a valuable resource. This 24/7 service is free of charge and provides advice and referrals for health concerns, including mental health. For emergency situations, the European Emergency Number 112 can be called to reach ambulance, police, or fire services immediately.
For those seeking specialized help, there are additional helplines available:
- The SOS Drug Line (1414) offers information, advice, and referrals on drug addiction.
- The Child Support Line (116 111) is a service for children to discuss problems affecting them.
Portugal's public healthcare system offers only basic mental health assistance, so accessing broader mental health services may require private healthcare or more specialized private resources.
While no dedicated national suicide prevention hotline similar to the US “988” crisis line was found, calling 112 in emergencies or the SNS 808 24 24 24 line for health guidance can be initial points of contact.
For those needing immediate mental health support or suicide prevention resources, the following contacts are available:
- 112 for urgent emergencies
- 808 24 24 24 for medical and mental health advice available 24/7 in English
- 1414 for drug addiction support
- 116 111 for child support if relevant
Given the limited detail in sources about a dedicated suicide prevention hotline in Portugal, foreigners or residents should consider starting with the SNS line or emergency services and seeking private mental health providers if needed.
In addition to these official channels, there are other helplines available for emotional support and suicide prevention, such as:
- SOS Voice Friend - Emotional Support and Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800 100 441
- SOS Student - Emotional Support and Suicide Prevention Hotline at 239 484 020, 915246060, or 969554545
- Friend Chat at 808 237 327
- Other contacts at 213 544 545, 912 802 669, and 963 524 660 (between 4 PM and 12 AM)
Lisbon City Hall's Psychosocial Support Service can also be reached at 800 916 800 (24/7).
Recently, public figure Dália Madruga appeared on the 'Dois às 10' show with Cristina Ferreira to discuss her partner Marcos Bastinha's battle with depression. Dália emphasized the importance of discussing mental health without stigma or prejudice and highlighted the recovery process for depression as not straightforward, with both good and difficult days.
Dália Madruga also shared updates on her partner's health, stating that some days are better than others for Marcos Bastinha. She emphasized the importance of family breaks for her partner, stating that they help show him that they will always be by his side during his recovery.
In conclusion, the most relevant Portuguese resources for mental health issues and crisis intervention are:
- Emergency: 112
- Health advice line: 808 24 24 24 (24/7, English available)
- Drug addiction support: 1414
- Child support: 116 111
These are the main official channels for mental health issues and crisis intervention in Portugal described in the latest information. For Portuguese speakers or residents, the SNS phone line and 112 emergency number remain primary contacts. For more specialized or international support, other global or online crisis chat resources may also be considered, but this is outside the scope of these search results.
- For those needing mental health support in French, SOS Amitié offers assistance with emotional distress, relationships, and suicide prevention. Their hotline is available at 0800 36 36 36 (24/7).
- In the realm of health-and-wellness, one can find support for mental health and mental health-related issues through various private resources in Portugal, such as Psychologists Without Borders Portugal, which offers services for those seeking professional mental health help beyond basic health services.
