For crisis support call Lifeline on 13 11 14, MH Call 1300 642 255 or in an emergency call 000
The sudden and unexpected nature of a death can leave people with feelings of shock, confusion, anger and guilt. Learning about the grieving process following a suicide bereavement may assist you to better understand the many and varied emotions you experience during this. To read more about the experiences of people who have been bereaved by suicide, click here.
It can also be easy to forget about ourselves after losing someone we care about to suicide. However, looking after yourself during a suicide bereavement is a priority. For guidance on how to look after yourself whilst mourning the loss of someone you care about, read further here.
A service dedicated to supporting anyone impacted by suicide. StandBy offers free, face-to-face and 24/7 crisis telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual. StandBy also develops free resources and books to download from their website. Their Brisbane Coordinator is Angela Campbell.
Emotional and practical support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families impacted by loss from suicide or other fatal traumatic incidents
If you are unable to access a service that focuses on suicide bereavement, general grief and bereavement support services could also help you. You can find details of counsellors and psychologists in your local area on the healthdirect or the Australia Psychological Society websites.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
Brisbane North PHN wishes to acknowledge the experience and expertise of the My Mental Health Steering Committee, delegates of the Peer Participation in Mental Health Services (PPIMS) network and health professionals in developing the My Mental Health Website.
