Dangerous lesson I wish I’d never learnt
At 15, Milly Bannister had no way to understand what was happening to her. Now she’s aiming to change that for the next generation.
Not Alone
Mental health and suicide are not easy subjects to talk about, but news.com.au wants you to know you're Not Alone.News.com.au’s Not Alone will raise awareness about these issues and provide you with the resources needed to reach out for help.
Two words we want young Aussies to know
Suicide is a complex issue that needs to be handled sensitively. That’s why we have a clear message we want all young Australians to know.
Six-word phrase everyone must know
It’s one of the most important questions you could ever ask a friend or loved one. Here’s why you should know these six words.
Crucial knowledge every Aussie should have
If someone told you they were struggling, would you know what to do? Here are some simple steps every Aussie should know.
How footy mate’s suicide left team reeling
Joseph Anderson, from Bondi, met Nick at primary school in Armidale, in rural NSW, before the pair both ended up in the same high school.
‘I found him the same time the police did’
A heartbroken mum has revealed the “hidden signs” she missed before her partner tragically took his own life.
Meta hit with lawsuits over teen suicides
Meta is facing a fresh storm of lawsuits blaming Instagram for eating disorders, depression and suicides among children and teens.
‘Not a man’: Stigma that almost cost student’s life
A young Aussie explains how he went from attempting to take his life, to starting the most important mental health conversations with peers.
Man tragically takes life at friend’s funeral
Family and friends have paid tribute after a man tragically took his own life at a funeral in front of shocked mourners.
‘Put you in hospital’: Bullying that claimed a life
When Allem died by suicide at 19 after being bullied, it was the first time in Australia a suicide was ruled the victim of a crime.
How three words stopped high school ‘torture’
Chris was bullied so badly in high school he was on the brink of taking his life, now he’s helping teens avoid the same fate.
‘Perfect’ photo before teen’s life changed
A young Aussie has revealed how his life changed after a decision saw him wheelchair bound, and why he wouldn’t change anything that happened.
How teens avoided a suicide cluster
A group of devastated Gold Coast girls managed to avoid a suicide cluster following the death of their 15-year-old friend.
‘My girl died after replying to vile text’
A mother has revealed the vile final text her 14-year-old daughter received before she killed herself.
Four ways to help a friend in trouble
A game-changer in mental health will help young Aussies who turn to their mates, rather than adults, when they are struggling.
Six-word phrase everyone must know
It’s one of the most important questions you could ever ask a friend or loved one. Here’s why you should know these six words.
What to do when a helpline fails
Young people struggling rightly turn to helplines. But what do you do if you can’t get through?
Dangerous lesson I wish I’d never learnt
At 15, Milly Bannister had no way to understand what was happening to her. Now she’s aiming to change that for the next generation.
Rare ‘contagion’ killing Aussie teens
It’s a term that many have probably never heard of, but it is a very real threat that can put some of our most vulnerable Aussies at risk.
Teen’s plea after brother’s tragic death
Shanayah Kennedy, herself just 19, made a harrowing plea after her younger brother and best friend took his own life.
‘He was 8 when he said he wanted to die’
A mum has opened up about her children’s struggles with mental health and the note her son wrote that no parent should have to read.
Cheery photo hiding terrifying secret
Oscar has always been the energetic, outgoing one in his social group, but his smile and jokes were hiding a secret that almost destroyed him.
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