If you’re going through a tough situation that you don’t feel comfortable talking about with your friends or family, you can find help elsewhere. Reach out to a counsellor on a free anonymous hotline or website.
AUSTRALIA
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
www.beyondblue.org.au – 24-hour helpline for support and information about depression or anxiety.
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
www.kidshelpline.com.au – 24-hour helpline for children and young people under the age of 25.
Lifeline: 13 11 14
www.lifeline.org.au – 24-hour helpline.
Samaritans: 13 52 47
www.thesamaritans.org.au / support@samaritanscrisisline.org.au – 24-hour helpline.
NEW ZEALAND
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757
www.depression.org.nz – 24-hour counselling.
Lifeline: 09 522 2999 (Auckland) / 0800 543 354 (outside Auckland); www.lifeline.org.nz – 24-hour counselling.
Samaritans: 0800 726 666 / 04 473 9739
www.samaritans.org.nz – 24-hour helpline for non-judgmental, confidential support.
Youthline: 0800 37 66 33 / text 234
www.youthline.co.nz / talk@youthline.co.nz – free helpline.
