Supporting someone

This resource discusses what mental distress is, how you can help, what the pathway is to find treatment and support, and how to look after yourself in the process. 

Information for whānau and friends to support someone in crisis or distress

A postcard to support someone experiencing distress with helplines they can call for support

How to talk safely about suicide with rangatahi/young people in your life

A resource for takatāpui - a traditional Māori term meaning ‘intimate companion of the same sex’ - and their whānau 

Useful information on how to recognise anxiety, how to manage your anxiety, and how to reach out for help.

Useful information on what depression is, its symptoms, the treatment options available, self-care tips and how to get help.

Information on what contributes to stress, the warning signs to watch for, and ideas and strategies for managing your stress. 

Information on how to recognise depression in later life, its causes, and where to get help.

Information on how to recognise and better understand psychosis, pathways to recovery, and how you can support a family member or friend.