Is anyone in immediate danger?
If you are worried you may harm yourself or someone else, or need immediate help for someone else in this situation please call 000.
I'm feeling
suicidal
Having thoughts of suicide can feel overwhelming. You may find it really hard to know what to do, or be in so much emotional pain that you don't think you can cope.
There are crisis and support lines where you can speak to someone immediately. Or if you would like to learn more there are online resources and information.
Learn more about understanding suicide from healthdirect
online and over the phone support
There are a number of online and phone services that can support you as well as apps and online programs that you can work through at your own pace.
Suicide call back service
24/7 phone line, online chat and video counselling to people at risk of suicide, those bereaved by suicide and carers of someone who is suicidal.
head to health
Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia's most trusted mental health organisations.
BeyondNow suicide safety plan app
Suicide safety planning app, to use when you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, feelings, distress or crisis.
This is Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Qualified counsellors at Kids Helpline are available via WebChat, phone or email anytime and for any reason.
Beyond Blue
Phone Line & Chat
24/7 Phone support line or web chat support from 11am - 12am AEST, 7 days a week. Available to everyone regardless of your age or where you live in Australia.
headspace
Confidential, free and safe space to talk about what is going on for young people aged 12-25.
Connect 1-on-1 from 9am - 1am, 7 days a week.
Not sure where to begin?
Learn more about what mental health is, the different services available, things to expect when you see a doctor, and more.
feeling overwhelmed and would rather speak to someone?
You can speak to someone to get some help finding an appropriate service. If it is outside of business hours, complete the form and someone will get back to you.
Learn more online
If you’re noticing significant changes in your mood, thoughts, and behaviour, connecting with information online to understand your condition can help you take care of your mental health.
List of Services
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Suicide Call Back ServiceList Item 4
Online information about understanding suicide, getting help for self harm, getting help and talking about suicide.
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Sane AustraliaList Item 2
Fact sheet on staying safe when you are feeling suicidal. Sane Australia also has easy to ready fact sheets about mental illness, dealing with crisis, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Reach OutList Item 3
Reach Out provides online mental health information for young people and their parents. They offer practical support, tools and tips help young people get through anything from everyday issues to tough times.
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Black Dog Institute
Information on suicide & self-harm.
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Head to HealthList Item 1
Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations .
support for carers
Supporting someone who is suicidal is difficult, there are services available. There are also support and services available for people who have been impacted by suicide.
List of Services
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Support after suicide, supporting people and communities that are bereaved by suicide.
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Mental Health Carers AustraliaList Item 2
Information and resources for carers of people with mental health issues.
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Provide emotional and practical support to families impacted by a loss from suicide or other fatal traumatic incidents.
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SANE Australia
How to help and support a suicidal friend
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Head to HealthList Item 1
Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations .
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