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Crisis & Emergency Resources

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please contact emergency services right away. You are not alone — help is available right now.

If this is a life-threatening emergency — call 112 (Nigeria Emergency) or go to your nearest hospital immediately.

Immediate Helplines

Nigeria — General Emergency
112
National Emergency Number — Police, Fire, Ambulance
Call Now
Nigeria — Mental Health Line
0800-CALL-NGR
Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital crisis support line
Call Now
Suicide Prevention — Nigeria
09080217555
Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative (MANI) — 24/7
Call Now
Hisparadise Therapy — Direct
+234 911 434 8968
Contact our team directly. Mon–Fri 9am–6pm, Sat 10am–4pm WAT.
International — Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message (USA/UK/Canada/Ireland)
Text Now
International — Befrienders
befrienders.org
Worldwide emotional support network — find your country's line
Visit

Calm Your Body — Box Breathing

Box Breathing (4-4-4-4)

Used by military, first responders and athletes to reduce stress and anxiety quickly. Repeat 4–6 cycles.

Breathe IN
4s
Hold
4s
Breathe OUT
4s
Hold
4s
Press Start

4-7-8 Breathing

Developed by Dr. Andrew Weil to calm the nervous system fast. Excellent for panic attacks and sleep.

Inhale
4s
Hold
7s
Exhale
8s
  • Breathe in quietly through your nose for 4 seconds
  • Hold your breath for 7 seconds
  • Exhale completely through your mouth for 8 seconds
  • Repeat 3–4 cycles

Grounding Technique — 5-4-3-2-1

This technique helps bring you back to the present moment during anxiety, panic attacks, or dissociation. Work through each step slowly, breathing between each one.

5
Things You Can SEE

Look around and name 5 things you can see right now. A chair, the sky, your hands, a cup, a window.

4
Things You Can TOUCH

Notice 4 things you can physically feel. Your feet on the floor, the texture of your clothes, temperature of air, your heartbeat.

3
Things You Can HEAR

Listen and identify 3 sounds. Traffic outside, your own breathing, birds, a fan, voices in another room.

2
Things You Can SMELL

Notice 2 things you can smell right now. If you can't smell anything, think of 2 of your favourite scents.

1
Thing You Can TASTE

Notice 1 thing you can taste. Take a sip of water, or notice the current taste in your mouth.

Personal Safety Plan

A safety plan is a prioritised written list of coping strategies and resources to use during a crisis. Fill this out when you are feeling calm — keep it somewhere easy to find.

Step 1: Warning signs that a crisis may be developing
e.g. Feeling isolated, trouble sleeping, increased irritability, hopelessness...
Step 2: Internal coping strategies I can do alone
e.g. Go for a walk, listen to music, journal, breathing exercises...
Step 3: People and places that provide distraction
e.g. Call a friend, visit a family member, go to a public place...
Step 4: People I can ask for help
e.g. Name, phone number. Have at least 2 people listed.
Step 5: Professionals and agencies I can contact in a crisis
e.g. Therapist name & number, crisis line, nearest hospital ER.
Step 6: How to make my environment safe
e.g. Remove means of harm, ask someone to stay with me...
Remember
  • This feeling will pass
  • You are stronger than you know
  • Asking for help is brave
  • You matter to the people around you
  • One step at a time is enough
Talk to a Professional

You don't need to be in crisis to reach out. Our therapists are here to help you build resilience before things get difficult.

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Recognising a Mental Health Crisis

In yourself
  • Thoughts of harming yourself or others
  • Feeling completely hopeless or trapped
  • Hearing or seeing things others do not
  • Inability to care for yourself
  • Sudden extreme mood changes
  • Withdrawing from everyone completely
  • Giving away prized possessions
In someone else
  • Talking about wanting to die or disappear
  • Saying they are a burden to others
  • Looking for means of self-harm
  • Extreme agitation or reckless behaviour
  • Saying goodbye to people unexpectedly
  • Dramatic changes in behaviour or personality
  • Withdrawing from friends and activities
How to respond
  • Stay calm and listen without judgement
  • Ask directly: "Are you thinking about suicide?"
  • Take all threats and warnings seriously
  • Remove any means of harm if safe to do so
  • Do not leave them alone
  • Call 112 or take them to the nearest ER
  • Follow up — continue to check in

After a Crisis — Self-Care Steps

Rest & Sleep
Your body and mind need to recover. Prioritise 7–9 hours of sleep. Rest without guilt.
Eat & Hydrate
Crisis depletes energy. Eat simple nourishing meals. Drink water regularly throughout the day.
Gentle Movement
A short walk, stretching, or gentle yoga can shift your nervous system from fight-or-flight to calm.
Reach Out
Call or text one trusted person. You don't have to explain everything — just connecting helps.
Limit Stimulants
Reduce caffeine, alcohol, and social media for at least 24 hours after a crisis episode.
Journal Your Feelings
Write what you felt, what helped, and what you need. It helps process and prevents future crises.
Important Disclaimer: This page provides general mental health information and crisis support resources only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in immediate danger, please call emergency services (112 in Nigeria) or go to your nearest hospital emergency room immediately. Hisparadise Therapy is a coaching and guidance platform — in a medical emergency, always contact qualified medical professionals first.

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