Be supportive in stressful situations like family break-ups, problems with friends, trouble with the police, important exams, problems or disappointments at school or with employment. Early detection means they can be treated more successfully. It may be a cry for help,rather than a sign that someone genuinely intends suicide. But don't take chances. If you need help, contact the Mental Health Team at a community health centre.
Some teams have bi-lingual youth workers.
Interpreters can be arranged if necessary. Some families and communities may find it hard to talk about issues like suicide, or about any difficulties they may have experienced in the past. But keeping these feelings inside can make things worse. Talking to someone who is specially trained to help with these issues, however, can be the first step to resolving problems and dealing with the pain. 7517 GPO Box 1614, Sydney, NSW 2001, Australia This site has been made possible with the cooperation and support of NSW Health Dept and South Eastern Sydney Area Health Service.