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role="presentation" style="background-image: url('/media/lowk3ozk/worreid-about-someone-small.jpg?mode=crop&width=700');"> </div> <div class="colour-banner__image d-md-none" role="presentation" style="background-image: url('/media/lowk3ozk/worreid-about-someone-small.jpg?mode=crop&width=650');"> </div> <div class="colour-banner__text "> <div class="content"> <h1 class="h2">I'm worried about someone</h1> <p>If you are concerned that someone is struggling or might be thinking about suicide and you aren't sure how to talk to them, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or reach out via Text or chat. One of our trained Crisis Supporters will be there to listen and support you. If life is in immediate danger call Triple Zero (000).</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-component="content-block" class="content-block "> <div class="justify-content-center"> <div class="umb-grid content"> <div class="grid-section"> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column pt-3 pb-3"> <div > <h2 style="text-align: center;">When should I check-in?</h2> <p style="text-align: center;">Everyone experiences emotional distress in diﬀerent ways.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Not everyone who is having a difficult time will show outward signs, however, signs to look out for if you are worried about someone might include:</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-4 column pt-3 pb-0"> <div > <div data-component="simple-macro-checklist" > <ul class="icon-list icon-list--secondary"> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Restlessness and increased agitation</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Emotional outbursts</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Withdrawing from people they would usually connect with</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Withdrawing from regular activities such as work or school</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Describing feeling helpless, hopeless or worthless</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Changes in appetite or eating</span> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-xl-4 column pt-3 pb-0"> <div > <div data-component="simple-macro-checklist" > <ul class="icon-list icon-list--secondary"> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Difficulty in sleeping or sleeping a lot</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Not wanting to do things they usually enjoy</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Increased use of alcohol or other drugs</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Not replying to messages, calls or emails, or being distant</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Talking about not being around any more</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-tick" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>More risk-taking behaviour</span> </li> </ul> </div> <p> </p> <div data-component="macro-button-bar" class="macro-button-bar d-inline-flex flex-column "> <p> <a target="_blank" href="/media/3fzlcsza/web-revd_june-2022_ll-2pp-toolkit_help-someone-at-risk-of-suicide.pdf" class="btn btn-inverted btn-primary "> Toolkit Help Someone At Risk Of Suicide </a> </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-xl-4 column pt-3 pb-0"> <div > <p><img alt="" src="/media/k34lsp2c/checkin-graphic.png?width=198&height=213&mode=max" data-udi="umb://media/3fb97d5133824ffb986b98a4dd0d6dff" width="198" height="213" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column pt-3 pb-3"> <div > <p style="text-align: center;">If someone you know is struggling to cope or having a difficult time, you might feel unsure of what to say or how to help. While checking in and asking if they are okay might seem like a difficult conversation to have, it could be a life-saving one. Letting someone know you care and have noticed a change in them is a great place to start. Approaching with an “I” statement can be helpful such as “I have noticed you seem really down at the moment”.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="text-2-column "> <div data-row-name="single-column" class="content-block text-center" > <div class="container"> <div class="row justify-content-center align-items-center"> <div class="col-xl-8"> <div class="content"> <h1 style="text-align: center;">Common challenging life events</h1> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-row-name="two-column" class=" text-2-column__main"> <div class="container"> <div class="text-2-column__item"> <div class="content bg-tone-4"> <p>Sometimes events and experiences impact people in different ways too. What one person may find upsetting or difficult another may not. Some common life events or issues that people may find challenging to cope with include:</p> <div data-component="simple-macro-checklist" > <ul class="icon-list icon-list--secondary"> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Painful or disabling physical illness</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Ongoing mental health difficulties</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Relationship and family problems</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Heavy use of alcohol or other drugs</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Job or study related stress</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Traumatic event including natural disasters</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Loss or death of friends or family</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Financial worries</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Loneliness and isolation</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Life changes such as divorce or moving</span> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="text-2-column__item"> <div class="content bg-tone-4"> <p>There are also signs that may be an indicator that you should ask a person if they are considering suicide. While these signs are not always present, and can sometimes be unrelated, you will do no harm by asking “Are you having thoughts of suicide?” if you do observe them, but you could save a life if you do ask:</p> <div data-component="simple-macro-checklist" > <ul class="icon-list icon-list--secondary"> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Giving away or selling property</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Unusually happy (or a significant change in behaviour)</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Suffering from a co-morbidity that may be overwhelming for them</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Struggling with trauma, including childhood trauma and abuse</span> </li> <li> <span class="fak fak fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span> <span>Expression of intense feelings of hopelessness or burden</span> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-component="content-block" class="content-block "> <div class="justify-content-center"> <div class="umb-grid content"> <div class="grid-section"> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column pt-0 pb-3"> <div > <h2 style="text-align: center;">If you notice someone struggling</h2> <p style="text-align: center;">Every one of us has the ability to be a support to another person. If you see signs that someone you know is struggling, you can be a great support to them by asking if they are OK and being willing to listen and get them to help if needed. Don't ever underestimate the power you have to connect with another person and help them find hope and stay safe if they are going through a difficult time.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7vJA-eIz93Y?si=wcEUFlne3I_zUlSw%22&rel=0" width="100%" height="500" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column pt-3"> <div > <h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>If you are worried about the immediate safety of the person contact emergency services on Triple Zero (000).</strong></h3> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-component="content-block" class="content-block bg-tone-4 "> <div class="justify-content-center"> <div class="umb-grid content"> <div class="grid-section"> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column bg-tone-4 pt-4 pb-4"> <div > <h2 style="text-align: center;">Three steps to take if you are worried about someone</h2> <table border="0" style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%;"> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <h3 style="text-align: left;">Ask</h3> <p>If you think someone might be suicidal, ask them directly "Are you thinking about suicide?" Don’t be afraid to do this, it shows you care and will actually decrease their risk because it shows someone is willing to talk about it. Make sure you ask directly and unambiguously.</p> <h3 style="text-align: left;">Listen and stay</h3> <p>If they say 'yes', they are suicidal, listen to them and allow them to express how they are feeling. Don’t leave them alone. Stay with them or get someone else reliable to stay with them.</p> <h3 style="text-align: left;">Get help</h3> <p>Get them appropriate help. Call a crisis line like Lifeline <a href="tel:131114">13 11 14</a> or Triple Zero (000) if life is in danger. If you can get in straight away, visit a GP or psychologist. Offer to make the appointment and accompany them if it is their wish. Even if the danger is not immediate they may need longer-term support for the issues that led to them feeling this way.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-component="content-block" class="content-block "> <div class="justify-content-center"> <div class="umb-grid content"> <div class="grid-section"> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column pt-4 pb-3"> <div > <h2 style="text-align: center;"> #YouCanTalk</h2> <p style="text-align: center;">Lifeline is proud to be part of the #YouCanTalk movement, a collaboration of suicide prevention and mental health service providers committed to empowering all Australians to have a conversation with a friend, family member, or work colleague they are concerned about. For a range of resources, visit: </p> <div data-component="macro-button-bar" class="macro-button-bar d-flex flex-row justify-content-center"> <a target="_blank" href="https://lifeinmindaustralia.com.au/youcantalk" class="btn btn-inverted btn-primary mr-3"> Life in Mind Australia </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-2 column "> <div > </div> </div> <div class="col-xl-8 column "> <div > <p> </p> <img class="img-fluid " src="/media/n42fvy4c/ll-you-can-talk-banner_orange-150dpi.jpg?mode=crop&width=1100" alt="You Can Talk Logo" /> </div> </div> <div class="col-xl-2 column "> <div > </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column "> <div > <p> </p> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-12 column pt-4 pb-4"> <div > <h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Self-care for you as a supporter</strong></h2> <p>It is important that you as a carer, are aware of your own emotional wellbeing in order to assist others. If you feel you are unable to help the person who needs support, it is important that you get them to someone reliable that they trust that can assist them, a GP, a Psychologist, or call Lifeline.</p> <p>If you need support yourself, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or <a href="http://www.carersaustralia.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Carers Australia</a> 1800 242 636 which offers short-term counselling, emotional and psychological support services for carers and their families in each state and territory.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-component="content-block" class="content-block "> <div class="justify-content-center"> <div class="umb-grid content"> <div class="grid-section"> <div > <div class='container'> <div class="row clearfix"> <div class="col-xl-4 column bg-tone-4 pt-2 pb-2"> <div > <p><a href="https://toolkit.lifeline.org.au/?utm_source=lifeline.org.au&utm_content=ImWorriedAboutSomeone" target="_blank" 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