There are many organisations doing good work in the mental health and suicide prevention sectors. In general, they follow well defined patterns of intervention but these do not always work for everyone. Listed below are some alternative sources of information you might wish to explore.
Will Hall talking about suicide
This You Tube by Will Hall from the US provides a succinct commentary on why traditional responses to suicide are not working. It is only 6 minutes long and is worth watching.
Critical Suicidology Network
The Critical Suicidology Network is an international network which provides alternative
perspectives on suicide research and services.
Off the Wall
Off the Wall is Sydney-based and provides commentary on critical psychiatry. It also provides the
only peer support group on the eastern seaboard on suicide intervention.
Mad in America
Mad in America is a Boston-based peer-run resource centre. It has substantial resources which
can be accessed free of charge.
Humane Clinic
This clinic is based in Adelaide and provides cutting edge services in response to mental health, AOD and suicide prevention.
General Information
For general information regarding mental health services the following organisations provide useful newsletters which can also include information on suicide prevention.
WA Association for Mental Health (WAAMH)
The WA Association for Mental Health is the peak body for mental health services in WA and supports the position of lived experience.
Consumers of Mental Health WA (CoMHWA)
CoMHWA is the key consumer voice in Western Australia. It produces a comprehensive newsletter of current issues, events and resources.
Mental Health Matters2
Mental Health Matters2 is a grassroots network of consumers, family members and service
providers which does excellent work.
Suicide Prevention Australia
Suicide Prevention Australia is the peak body for suicide prevention in Australia.
