Content Type: Suicide Prevention

The public-health approach to suicide prevention

Ben Te Maro February 3, 2026 No Comments
Why a public-health approach to suicide prevention?Suicide is a whole-of-society issue that requires a whole-of-society response. Suicide arises from the interaction of individual, social, and environmental factors.A public‑health approach recognises…
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Warning signs for suicidal behaviour

Ben Te Maro January 3, 2026 No Comments
Warning signs for suicidal behaviour Common warning signs What to do Where to get help References Sometimes, changes in a rangatahi’s behaviour, feelings, or beliefs about themselves can signal that…
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Helplines for rangatahi and whānau

1976 October 16, 2025 No Comments
Helplines for rangatahi and whānau Below are the contact details for helplines that can be called if the young person is feeling low and would like to talk to someone.…
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Identifying suicide concerns in children

1976 October 16, 2025 No Comments
Identifying suicide concerns in children Suicide in children is a rare event, but one that appears to be becoming more common. Because of this, any talk, comments, mention of wanting…
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