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If a person is threatening to harm you call the police on 000
How can I get urgent help?
If you or someone you know is at risk of harming themselves or someone else
it is important you get help immediately.
You can take the first step in doing this by:
• Speaking to your doctor ( GP or psychiatrist)
• Calling the Psychiatric Team at your nearest hospital
• Calling Lifeline 13 11 14 or Suicide Helpline (Victoria only) - 1300 651 251
Some tips for getting urgent help include:
• Express the urgency of the matter without becoming aggressive
• Speak clearly
• Give the health professional specific examples of concerns
• Give a brief history of self-harm or harm to others
• Ensure that you listen to their advice
• If they are unable to help, ask them why and who you should contact.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are feeling extremely sad and alone, suffering heartaches, nightmares, and feel you are suffering from post traumatic stress contact
YOUR LOCAL DOCTOR
as they can direct you to FREE professional support.
Crisis help lines
Domestic Violence If you or someone you know is impacted by domestic or family violence or sexual assault, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au.
Saving Lives  Crisis Support
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 13 11 14 www.lifeline.org.au
Kids Help Line: 1800 551 800 www.kidshelp.com.au Parentline: 13 22 89 www.parentline.com.au
SuicideLine: 1300 651 251 (Victoria only)
www.suicideline.org.au
Griefline: 03 9935 7400 (noon to 3am)
http://griefline.org.au
Mensline: 1300 789978
www.menslineaus.org.au
Rural Support Line: 1300 655 969
Further information and support regarding depression, anxiety and related substance
misuse disorders within Australia.
(Mental Illness is not a weakness - Most disorders can be treated successfully with medication)
Crisis Assessment and Treatment (CAT): Contact details of CAT teams providing intensive treatment of mental illness are accessible by phoning the nearest local hospital.
After An Emergency: Coping with a Major Personal Crisis Read a podcast transcript written by
Australian Red Cross following an interview with renowned clinical psychologist:
Rob Gordon
New PSYCHOSOCIAL ON-LINE SUPPORT to Help Disaster Survivors www.psid.org.au/public
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