チャイルドライン (ChildLine) is a Japan-based support service. Consultation service for children up to the age of 18. It's set up specifically for younger people, so the language and pace are designed with that in mind.

• You can reach them via phone ((012) 099-7777) or their website.
• Someone will listen first and let you set the pace.
• You don't have to know what's wrong or how to describe it — they're used to helping people start from anywhere.
• If they're not the right fit, they can usually point you toward something that is.

Questions people often ask

• While you wait or decide: slow your breathing — in for 4, hold for 4, out for 6. Repeat a few times.
• Cold water on your wrists or face can take the edge off acute panic in a minute or two.
• If life is in danger right now, call 110 instead of waiting.
• This listing was sourced from a community directory and hasn't been independently verified for your country. Double-check the number and hours on their website before you rely on them.