Sudan Help & Support
Licensed therapists, treatment centers, housing, food and faith-based support - in your community.
Support in Sudan
Sudan
154
trained volunteer listeners
21,819
people helped
What people talk about here
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Depression
12.3%
Anxiety
9.1%
Loneliness
7.6%
Breakups
5.1%
Family Stress
4.8%
Relationship Stress
4.8%
Managing Emotions
4.7%
Student Life
4.2%
Social Anxiety
3%
Forgiveness
2.7%
Self-Esteem
2.7%
Bullying
2.5%
Work Stress
2.1%
Grief
2%
Sleeping Well
1.8%
Self-Harm
1.7%
Getting Unstuck
1.7%
General Mental Health
1.7%
Financial Stress
1.6%
Panic Attacks
1.5%
Weight Management
1.5%
Exercise Motivation
1.5%
Eating Disorders
1.4%
ADHD
1.3%
PTSD
1.3%
LGBTQ+ Issues
1.2%
Bipolar Disorder
1.2%
Women's Issues
1.2%
Parenting
1.1%
Domestic Violence
1.1%
Disabilities
1%
Spirituality
1%
Alcohol/Drug Abuse
0.9%
Chronic Pain
0.8%
Sexual Health
0.8%
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
0.7%
Borderline (BPD)
0.7%
Racial & Cultural Identity
0.7%
Perinatal Mood Disorder
0.6%
Recovery
0.6%
Diabetes
0.5%
Addiction
0.4%
Cancer
0.4%
Schizophrenia
0.3%
Autism Spectrum
0.2%
Men's Issues
0.1%
Dissociative Disorders
0.1%
Adoption/Foster Care
0.1%
Personality Disorder
0.1%
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154 trained listeners from Sudan
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Questions people are asking
What can I talk about with my boyfriend on the phone?
323 answers
What does depression feel like?
422 answers
How can I deal with feelings I can't find words to express?
323 answers
What's the best way to get over someone calling you nasty names?
314 answers
The Facebook "Seen" message gives me a lot of anxiety! When I see that the person has "seen" the message, but does not reply, I start thinking about all the possible reasons why they would 'ignore' me... Does anyone else feel this? If so, how do you cope?
320 answers
Local Support in Sudan
Sudan, a culturally rich and diverse country in northeastern Africa, faces numerous socio-economic challenges impacting mental health. With a population of 46 million, over 65% live below the poverty line, exacerbating conditions like anxiety and depression. Access to mental health services in Sudan is largely central to urban areas, notably Khartoum, with only 2.05 mental health professionals per 100,000 individuals. Despite the introduction of the Mental Health Act in 2018, mental health support in Sudan remains significantly underfunded, and most citizens pay for treatments out-of-pocket. Economic hardships are intensified by political instability and climate-induced crises, leading to high levels of food insecurity and displacement, which compound mental health challenges in Sudan. Although the government launched a mental health policy in 2008 to integrate care into primary healthcare and increase resources, structural barriers persist. Nonetheless, traditional healers play an integral role in many communities, making culturally adapted care essential. Emphasizing affordable mental health care in Sudan, ongoing collaborations seek to bridge gaps and enhance accessibility. National initiatives aim to leverage community strengths and existing networks to foster wider acceptance and availability of mental health resources in Sudan. Explore our directory to find accessible mental health support and resources to help address the growing needs across the nation, promoting well-being and resilience among all Sudanese people.
Frequently asked questions
Use the search box at the top of this page to narrow down to your city or zip code, then choose the kind of support you need - therapists, treatment centers, housing assistance, food pantries or faith-based services. Every listing links through to contact details and directions.
It varies by listing. Food pantries, many housing programs and faith-based services are typically free, while therapists and treatment centers usually charge or bill insurance. Check the individual listing and contact the provider directly to confirm.
No. The providers and organizations listed here are independent of 7 Cups - we do not employ them and cannot vouch for them. What 7 Cups does offer directly is free emotional support from trained volunteer listeners, and online therapy with licensed professionals.
If you are in immediate danger, call 988 in the US or go to your nearest emergency room. For someone to talk to straight away, you can chat with a trained volunteer listener at any hour, free.