You may also find patient forums and social media pages, such as Asthma UK's Facebook page, useful and friendly sources of support.
If you're struggling to cope with difficult feelings, you have lots of choices where you can turn for help when you need it most. It's important to get support because stress, anxiety or depression can affect all areas of your life, including your asthma.
Finding the right support is just a matter of knowing where to look. To make it easier for you, we've put together the following list of contacts. Each one is a professional service offering confidential advice and support.
Support for your asthma
0300 222 5800 (9am - 5pm; Mon - Fri)
Call in confidence and speak to one of our asthma nurse specialists about any questions or concerns you have about asthma, no matter how big or small.
A charity that helps patients with long-term conditions take control of their lives by doing self-management courses.
03000 030 555
The British Lung Foundation runs a network of more than 230 'Breathe Easy' support groups for people living with lung conditions.
Support for stress, anxiety or depression
Confidential helpline open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
08457 90 90 90 (UK); 116 123 (ROI)
08444 775 774 (Mon - Fri; 9.30am - 5.30pm)
Information and support for people living with anxiety disorders.
Mind infoline: 0300 123 3393 or text 86463
Advice and support to anyone experiencing a mental health problem. Check the website for local services.
The Depression Alliance assists people experiencing depression.
Provides information on how to find a counsellor who is appropriate for your needs, as well as information on emotional disorders.
0844 477 9400
Promotes the well-being of bereaved people and helps people who have lost loved ones to understand their grief and cope with their loss.
Online campaign run by the Mental Health Foundation.
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)
Lists registered counsellors across the country.
0161 705 4304
0844 967 4848
Free helpline and advice for people who experience anxiety and panic attacks.
Find a registered therapist near you.
Support services for younger people
0800 1111
Free confidential 24-hour helpline for children and young people in the UK.
0808 808 4994 (1pm - 11pm; every day)
Young people's helpline.
Parent Helpline: 0808 802 5544
A national charity committed to improving the mental health of children and young people, it provides information for both parents and young people.
Last updated February 2016
Next update due February 2019
