How to help someone with depression

Supporting someone with depression can be challenging. Learn to recognise the signs, how to talk to someone with depression and where to get help.

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Caring for others

Caring for someone else is a big responsibility and it can be challenging. Here’s information, advice and support for carers.

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Supporting someone with a mental illness

Supporting someone with a mental illness can be hard. Learn more about looking after yourself and accessing support while supporting another person.

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Delusions

Read about delusions (false beliefs that someone holds even when they can’t be real), possible causes and how to help someone with delusions.

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Support for carers of people with dementia

Caring for someone with dementia can be hard and stressful at times, but there are organisations that can help with training and support.

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How to help someone who is misusing drugs or alcohol

Supporting somebody who's struggling with drug or alcohol misuse is not easy. Learn practical strategies, intervention, and resources to help.

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Cyberbullying

Cyberbullies use email or social media to harm others. Learn to spot cyberbullying, where to find support and how to stay safe online.

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Caring for someone with cancer

If you care for someone with cancer, here is some useful information and resources on carer roles and emotional and financial support for you.

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Emotional abuse

Emotional abuse is when someone repeatedly makes you feel worthless and can cause health problems. Learn how to recognise emotional abuse.

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Youth suicide

Don't ignore suicide warning signs. Learn how to stay safe if you or someone you know is struggling or thinking about suicide. Find out more here.

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Preparing for a death at home

Many people prefer to die at home. If you are caring for someone with a terminal condition, this article can help you know what to expect.

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The process of dying

The process of dying differs between people. Find out what can happen in the weeks, days and hours before death, and after someone has died.

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Palliative care

Palliative care helps to improve the quality of life of people who have a life-limiting illness. Read about the range of services available.

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Domestic violence and abusive relationships

Domestic violence (family violence) is when someone uses violence to maintain power over someone they're close to. Learn about what to do if affected.

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Acts of kindness and compassion

Most people feel better when someone is kind to them. Being kind and compassionate can help other people, and make you feel good too.

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Coma

In a coma, a person is alive but totally unresponsive to the world around them. Someone in a coma will need intensive care in hospital. Find out more here.

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Self-harm

Self-harm is often a way of coping with low self-esteem or trauma. It can include cutting the skin, alcohol misuse or an eating disorder.

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Signs of mental health issues

Your mental health includes your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Learn to recognise signs of a mental health issue.

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Rural or remote mental health

It can be difficult to access mental health support if you live in a rural or remote area. There are options to help you get the support you need.

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Suicide warning signs

Recognising warning signs of suicide, determining those who are most at risk, and knowing how to access support could help save a life.

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Grief before death – understanding anticipatory grief

Find out how to cope with the news that someone you care for has a terminal illness.

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Nine signs of mental illness - infographic

Can you spot the difference between a bad mood and something more serious? This infographic could point to a mental health issue in someone you love.

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Bullying

Bullying can happen in many forms, all of which can cause real pain and distress. Learn how to spot the signs and where to find help and support.

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Grief and loss

Grief is a response to losing someone or something important. Find out about grief, how it affects different people, and when and where to get help.

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Gambling addiction

People with a gambling addiction will continue to gamble even if it means risking financial security, relationships or home. Help is available.

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Are you experiencing suicidal thoughts?

If you're thinking about suicide, you're not alone. There is support and help available. Learn about ways to keep you and your loved ones safe.

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Depression

Depression is a common condition, affecting how you feel, think and act. It's often treatable and likely to improve with a doctor's support.

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Sexual assault and rape

Find out what to do if you are sexually assaulted or raped, including how to get medical help, and what support services are available.

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Feeling worthless

Low self-esteem or feelings of worthlessness can happen to anyone. Learn more about what to do if you are feeling worthless, and where to get support.

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Mental health crisis support

A mental health crisis is when stress, emotions, or trauma may lead to harmful thoughts or actions. Learn how to find support and resources.

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