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If you require immediate help please contact either Lifeline on 13 11 14 or (if you are under 18 years old) Kids Help Line on 1800 55 1800. Both of these services can help you or, if necessary, refer you on to appropriate mental health support networks.
You can find information, research and statistics on suicide and its prevention in Australia, as well as information on support for people affected by suicide by following the links below:
Reviewed May 2007
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Suicide and mental illness explained
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Better Health Channel
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Suicide is the major cause of death among people with a mental illness. A suicide attempt may be an early warning sign that a person is developing a mental illness. There are steps you can take if you think a friend or relative is considering suicide.
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Aug 2007
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Suicidal behaviour and self harm
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SANE Australia
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Suicide is the main cause of premature death among people with mental illness.
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Jan 2007
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SANE steps: how to help when someone is suicidal
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SANE Australia
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If you believe someone is thinking about ending their life it is natural to feel panic or even want to avoid thinking about it - however, there are a number of practical things you can do to help . . .
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Jan 2007
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