Thinking about suicide
SuicideLine Victoria provides phone and online counselling for anyone who is struggling with situations in their life, from feeling low or stressed to the more complex issues of suicidal thoughts and grief arising from suicide. Feeling suicidal is itself a painful experience, but it is not something you have to bear alone. Reaching out for help is an important step towards getting the help you need to keep yourself safe.
SuicideLine Victoria has a number of resources available that can help you through this difficult time. If it is an emergency call 000.
Loneliness
Loneliness and mental health
Loneliness can emerge when we seek deeper connections with others, and long for more genuine friendships and meaningful relationships. The absence of these connections can leave us feeling alone and sad, which can also negatively impact our mental health.
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Understanding the differences between social isolation and loneliness
Social isolation and loneliness, despite sounding similar, are in fact quite different. Understand the differences between social isolation and loneliness.
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