Feeling Sad or Worried – Arrernte
This short animated video in Arrernte language describes feelings of distress and how to offer and seek support.
Source: Mental Health Association of Central Australia
Individuals
Telling your story – getting over grief
This short resource gives advice about how to heal through sharing stories of grief and loss.
Source: Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Council (South Australia)
Finding Our Way Back
This detailed resource gives information and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people after a suicide attempt.
Source: beyondblue
Lifeline Toolkit: Suicide Prevention Information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
This toolkit helps people to recognise and take action where there is a risk of suicide.
Source: Lifeline Information Services
Keeping Strong
This visual resources helps people recognise depression and look for help .
Source: Beyondblue
Yarns Heal: Nicky – Artist and Art Therapist
In this video, Nicky Newley describes her experiences with art and its role in her recovery through difficult times. The video is part of a suicide prevention campaign for LGBTIQ+ community members in Brisbane.
Source: Yarns Heal – funded by Brisbane North PHN
Yarns Heal: Tania – Lived Experience Storyteller and Art Therapist
A series of videos from Yarns Heal campaign ambassadors:
Tania, lived experience storyteller and art therapist, talks about the role of art, Country and community connection in coming through mental health challenges
Source: Yarns Heal – funded by Brisbane North PHN
Yarns Heal: Taz – LGBTIQ+ Sistergirl & Brotherboy Ambassador
A series of videos from Yarns Heal campaign ambassadors:
Taz, LGBTIQ+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy ambassador, talks about the community support he experienced on coming out at age 17
Source: Yarns Heal – funded by Brisbane North PHN
Yarns Heal: Tiahni – Youth Ambassador
A series of videos from Yarns Heal campaign ambassadors:
Tiahni, youth ambassador, talks about family, community and empowerment
Source: Yarns Heal – funded by Brisbane North PHN
Yarns Heal: Steven Oliver – Campaign Ambassador
A series of videos from Yarns Heal campaign ambassadors:
Actor and comedian Steven Oliver, who talks about self-acceptance especially during dark times
Source: Yarns Heal – funded by Brisbane North PHN