Mental Health Update 2024/5
If you or someone close to you is in distress or immediate danger dial 000 as soon as possible.
Some people may have suicidal thoughts when things are too hard and painful. If you feel like life is no longer worth living, it’s really important to seek immediate help. With help, you can overcome these thoughts and stay safe.
Emergency support
If your life is in danger call emergency services:
- Emergency Australia – 000
- Emergency New Zealand – 111
Counselling (24/7)
If you need support call one of the following numbers
If you don’t feel like you can call any of the above services, you can also:
- talk to someone you trust
- contact your GP, a counsellor, psychologist or psychiatrist
- visit a hospital emergency department
Support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Below is a collection of services that have been created specifically to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- eheadspace, provides free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 – 25 and their families and friends, including fortnightly yarn circles.
- The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national leadership body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health in Australia.
- WellMob brings together online resources made by and for our mob. Here you will find websites, apps, podcasts, videos, helplines, social media, and online programs all with a focus on social and emotional wellbeing.
- The Centre of Best Practice in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention (CBPATSISP) is Australia’s leading authority on Indigenous suicide. The Centre promotes evidence-based suicide prevention practice that empowers individuals, families, and communities and respects their culture.
- 13Yarn is a free support line with free, confidential crisis support 24/7 run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
