Manual of Resources for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention

The Hardest Step

Nathan Sutherland – one of only two hundred psychologists in Australia who identify as Aboriginal – talks about how to seek support from friends, family, community and healthcare professionals.

Source: Desert Pea Media/WNSWPHN

More Suggested Resources

Grief is an emotional response to loss, which might include the death of a loved one, loss of health, ending of a relationship, loss of a job, or a loss of cultural connection, such as moving off country. It is important to acknowledge and express those feelings without judgement. Source: 13YARN

Yarning about Mental Health These videos from Menzies School of Health Research, contains strength-based messages around mental health and wellbeing. It also highlights the importance of culture, family and community in maintaining good mental health and provides tools that can be used to promote wellbeing. The video was developed with First Nations Australians in the Northern Territory.

Nathan Sutherland - one of only two hundred psychologists in Australia who identify as Aboriginal - talks about how to seek support from friends, family, community and healthcare professionals. Source: Desert Pea Media/WNSWPHN

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