Read this if you are desperate
Note: Dr David Horgan has now retired and is no longer on the register of medical practitioners.
Painful conditions always pass, both mental and physical. Life always changes, and better times will come back inevitably.
Do not decide to harm yourself for a problem that will pass.
If you need help right now and want to speak to a friendly voice without judgment, call one of the available Australian suicide helplines
Are you worried about a friend?
Here are some questions to ask and how to provide support for someone who is in crisis.
Please do not make major decisions about your life when you are depressed, or have taken alcohol or drugs.
You would never advise a friend to die because of their problems. Tell yourself what you would tell a friend.
You would always tell a friend to Hold On