Useful resources

A trusted collection of youth drug and alcohol, mental health and crisis support resources for young people, families and carers.

Need urgent support?

If you or someone you know is in crisis, these services can help right now.

Emergency services

Call 000 in an emergency.

Lifeline

24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention.

13 11 14

Kids Helpline

Free counselling for children and young people.

1800 55 1800

13 YARN

Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

13 92 76

National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline

Free support and referral for alcohol and drug concerns.

1800 250 015

Drug and alcohol support

Explore trusted services and organisations offering support, guidance and practical help for alcohol and other drug concerns.

Path2Help

A searchable support tool with tailored help for alcohol and other drug concerns.

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Hello Sunday Morning

A non-profit organisation dedicated to changing the world’s relationship with alcohol.

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Family Drug Support

Up-to-date information on all aspects of alcohol and drug use relative to the families of people who use substances.

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Drug and alcohol facts and information

Reliable information can help young people, families and carers better understand risks, impacts and pathways to support.

AIHW alcohol, tobacco and other drugs

National information on availability, consumption, harms and treatment.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander resources

Alcohol and other drug resources supporting work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

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Helpful toolkits

Simple tools to support difficult conversations and help young people feel more prepared to speak up.

Conversation starter toolkit for parents

Supportive prompts to help parents talk with their children.

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Conversation starter toolkit for young people

A practical guide for young people concerned about a friend.

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Mental health support

These services offer trusted mental health information, support and guidance for young people and the people around them

Headspace

Mental health support for young people and their support networks.

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Beyond Blue

Mental health information, support and hope for all Australians.

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ReachOut

A safe place for young people to access trusted mental health support online.

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SANE

Support for people aged 18 and over with complex mental health issues.

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Helpful apps

Digital tools can offer simple ways to build wellbeing, manage difficult moments and access support.

Smiling mind

Build habits that support mental wellbeing.

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Calm harm

Helps manage urges to self-harm.

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SuperBetter

Build resilience and support emotional wellbeing.

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MoodMission

Tailored activities to help improve mood.

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Headspace

Learn meditation and mindfulness skills.

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Text the effects

Anonymous SMS information about drug effects.

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