If you or someone you know is feeling suicidal, know that there are many people who will gladly assist you if you let them know you have a problem. If you don’t feel that you can talk to friends or family, there are many services available in Australia to support you. If you’re not ready to talk to anyone but are looking for strategies to help you cope with your feelings right now, see this help page. If you are assisting someone in crisis and need help, here are some strategies. Suicide Help Line - Australian Services Lifeline 24 hour crisis support -13 11 14 Suicide Prevention Foundation (24/7) - 1800 HOLDON (1800 465 366) Suicide Callback - 1300 659 467 in every State (9 am -8.30pm) Hospitals You can call the emergency department of any hospital in Australia. If you do not have the number, call directory enquiries and the operator will give you the number of your nearest emergency department. GPs, Counsellors, Psychiatrists or Psychologists You can also call your local doctor, or you psychologist or psychiatrist if you have one. They often have an emergency number for out of hours emergencies. Other Local Services and Support If you run a support service in Australia and would like to add it to this list, please email us at - editor at suicideprevention.au Back to Suicide Prevention Australia Home from Suicide Help Line
