Having small and big problems is a normal part of life. Most of the time you can solve them on your own – sometimes you talk to other people which helps. People you see every day – your friends, parents and teachers know you the best and understand you the most. By speaking with people you know, you can help each other and support each other’s day-to-day coping.
Sometimes you don’t think that the people you know would be able to help you, so if this is the case, there are people online and by phone you can get help from such as:
- Lifeline Crisis Online Chat Service 13 11 14
- eheadspace 1800 650 890
- Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
- Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 732
- Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) (Sexual assault) 1800 199 888
- Butterfly Foundation Helpline (Eating Disorder) 1800 334 673
- QLife (LGBTI) 1800 184 527
- 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander) 13 92 76
- HelpingMinds 1800 811 747
- ReachOut
At school there is a Student Support Team who can also help. If you would like to speak to someone from this team, please speak to Sarah at the front desk in the Student Support office.
Other Useful Resources
The eSafety website educates students about online safety risks and provides support with strategies for when cyberbullying occurs. They can also help to remove harmful content such as images or videos shared without consent.
Friendly Schools can support students with creating a safe and friendly school that is based on respect and a feeling of belonging.
