Are you at risk?

Sometimes people come to our website because they are looking for personal help.

If someone asked you right now if you are having thoughts of suicide, what would your honest answer be?

If your answer is 'yes', this is probably a very difficult time for you. You don't need to go through this alone. Help is available.

This website does not provide counselling. But you do have choices. There are several things you could do right now:

• Reach out to someone you trust and ask for help. Tell them honestly how you feel, including your thoughts of suicide.
• Call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (within Australia). Our telephone counsellors are trained in crisis support and suicide prevention and may provide support and information.
• If you are under 18 years of age call Kid’s Helpline on 1800 55 1800 (within Australia).
  
• Look up your local crisis support centre in your phone book.
• Check out the Befrienders International website for guidance and information about international crisis contacts.
• Contact your local GP.

• Suicide Prevention contacts (pdf)
  

You are not alone – there is help available

Thoughts of suicide occur to many people and for a range of reasons. The most important thing to remember is that help is available. Talking to someone is a good place to start, even though it may seem difficult. Tell someone today!

Is someone you know at risk?

If you think that someone you know may be at risk of suicide it is important to let them know that they are not alone and that help is available. You don’t have to have all of the answers but sometimes just listening is a start. You can also help by finding out information on what resources and services are available for a person who is considering suicide.

You can download a copy of the Lifeline Information Service tool kit for helping someone at risk of suicide by clicking the link below or order it by calling 1300 13 11 14.

• Tool Kit for Suicide Prevention (pdf)