We understand that some people waiting for the Gender Service at Sandyford may be struggling with their mental health.
If you think you are at risk of seriously harming yourself, please speak to your GP who can help you get the right sort of support.
For other support you can contact Samaritans by phoning 116 123 any time of day, any day of the year, or online.
Breathing Space is another great resource that offers free, confidential phone services for anyone in Scotland experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. You can phone on 0800 83 85 87 from 6pm-2am on weekdays, or 24 hours at the weekends.
For young people, Childline offers support via the phone on 0800 1111 or online.
