Helping yourself and others when feeling overwhelmed and suicidal

Understanding and dealing with suicide

Feeling suicidal? Or do you know someone who might be? Sometimes it can feel like it’s too hard to go on. Remember that suicidal thoughts are just thoughts – you don’t need to act on them. You can regain control. There’s info here on what to do when you feel this way, and how to help someone else.

Beyond Blue is a trusted source of information and support on suicide prevention, we provide information to people at risk of suicide or who have attempted to take their life with support options, and give practical advice for people worried about someone they think might be suicidal on how to help.

When people have overwhelming feelings of wanting to end their life it might feel like there’s no hope. We’re here to listen, support and help you find a way through it.

Guide to staying alive

The Beyond Now suicide safety planning app helps you stay safe if you're experiencing suicidal thoughts, feelings, distress or crisis.

Here you can find our top 10 tips for communicating safely online about suicide, our guidelines in a range of languages, and support for communities following a suicide.

Got a feeling that someone you know or care about it isn’t behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or they’re just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when it's time to ask R U OK?

I'm feeling suicidal

Thoughts of suicide can be frightening, confusing and isolating. We’re here to listen and support you.

How do you have a conversation with a friend from school when something doesn't seem right with them? Watch our video to pick up some tips on how to help a friend in need.

There are things you can do to find support. What’s most important is taking the time to find what’s right for you.