Key Resources

Information and Support Pack for those concerned about someone who is distressed or suicidal.

Addressing a need in the community for the provision of relevant information for those supporting someone who is distressed or suicidal, the Office for Children and Youth, together with the Ministerial Council for Suicide Prevention has produced this information pack to help parents and carers better support those being affected by suicidial thoughts.

Printed versions of this document are aslo available by telephoning the Office for Children and Youth on (08) 6217 8400 ot 1800 281 116 (freecall).

Cover

#1 - Understanding suicide

#2 - Aboriginal suicide

#3 - Communicating effectively

#4 - Understanding depression

#5 - Recognising risk

#6 - Self-harm

#7 - Books and websites

#8 - How can I help?

#9 - Looking after yourself

#10 - Accessing services

#11 - Treatment options

#12 - Support services

#13 - Confidentiality

#14 - Ongoing support

Bereavement Pack
bereavement.pdf
An information and support pack for those bereaved by suicide or other sudden death.

Using the Internet for Suicide Prevention: a guide.
A resource to assist consumers and professionals in accessing suicide prevention information, counselling and chat rooms on the Internet.

Complete Guide (all sections) [ 960k ]
Section 1 Using the Internet [ 536k ]
Section 2 Internet Counselling [ 348k ]
Section 3 Chat rooms [ 488k ]

Printed versions of this document are also available from the Ministerial Council for Suicide Prevention.
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Aboriginal Resources

FEELING WINYARN? Get Support
An information brochure for Aboriginal youth, produced by Aboriginal youth in conjunction with mental health experts. It offers youth-friendly advice and information on the value of seeking help and where to go.

Copies are being distributed through service agencies dealing with Aboriginal youth. Copies can be obtained from the Office for Children and Youth by calling 08 6217 8400 or Freecall 1800 281 116. A pdf can also be downloaded below.
Feeling_Winyarn.pdf

Aboriginal People Working Together to Prevent Suicide and Self Harm
A booklet for family and friends concerned about, or supporting someone who is at risk.
Download booklet

Help-seeking behaviours of suicidal men aged 17-35 years
CCPbrochure.pdf

Fact Sheets

MCSP fact sheet
Suicide deaths in WA 2003
Suicide deaths in WA 2004
Suicide deaths in WA 2005
Cannabis and Other Drugs

Other Resources

LiFE Framework
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/wcms/publishing.nsf/Content/mental-suicide-life
LIFE is a resource which can be used by the whole community to plan and conduct suicide prevention programs.

Mindframe
www.mindframe-media.info
Mindframe is a media resource that aims to inform responsible and appropriate reporting of suicide and mental illness, to minimise harm and copycat behaviour, and reduce the stigma and discrimination experienced by people who have or have had a mental illness.

Mind Matters
cms.curriculum.edu.au/mindmatters
A resource and professional development program to support Australian secondary schools in promoting and protecting the social and emotional wellbeing of members of school communities.

SIEC Alert
www.suicideinfo.ca

Ausinetter
auseinet.flinders.edu.au/resources/auseinet

AICAFMHA: News in Brief
www.aicafmha.net.au/news