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A national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Information, resources and support relating to school and study is also provided.
Information, support and advice for young people aged 12-25, and their families, on a range of health topics including general health, mental health, wellbeing and alcohol and other drugs.
Provides confidential telephone and online counselling services to young people aged 5-25 years old for any reason.
Australia’s leading online mental health organisation for young people and their carers. Support, tools and tips surrounding suicide prevention are provided.
A national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for anyone who has experienced or is at risk of physical or sexual violence. This service is designed to meet the needs of people from diverse needs and backgrounds. Online counselling is also available
Black Dog Institute
Information for people experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or who are feeling suicidal. There’s information for helping yourself and for helping someone else.
A free and confidential telephone and online service for young people aged 12-25. Qualified youth mental health professionals provide support to young people worried about their mental health or experiencing issues such as depression, bullying and isolation. Support is also available to concerned parents or carers.
Butterfly Foundation - 1800 33 4673
A foundation supporting all people who experience issues around eating disorders and who have trouble with their body image. The website explains eating disorders, has links to workshops, support groups and programs for both young people and their carers. They also have a national helpline you can call.
Youth Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue’s dedicated site for young people. Information, resources and support are available for young people dealing with anxiety/depression. There’s a 24 hour helpline number listed, as well as online chat options.
Griefline - 1300 845 745
Provides support to people experiencing loss and grief, at any stage in life. Moderated online forums are also available.