If you have a high score in this self assessment, we strongly recommend that you seek medical help as soon as possible.
Talk to your GP or other health professional. GPs are often the best starting point for someone seeking professional help. A good GP can provide you with a personalised assessment, management plan and referral if needed
If you’re ready, you could speak to someone right now. These services will listen, provide information and advice, and point you in the right direction so you can seek further support:
Beyond Blue Support Service, 1300 22 46 36 and Web Chat
Lifeline, 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service, 1300 659 467
If you are in an emergency, or at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, please contact emergency services 000.
Some people who score in the very high range feel they do not need to seek further help. However, it is really important to explore your options at this stage, to avoid the distress you’re experiencing potentially becoming worse.
If you’re already receiving help and are concerned that things aren’t getting better, we would encourage you to keep reaching out as distress affects each of us in different ways.
There are a range of effective treatments and health professionals who can help you on the road to recovery, and it can take time to figure out the right options for you.