Where to get help:
If you are worried about your or someone else’s mental health, the best place to get help is your GP or local mental health provider. However, if you or someone else is in danger or endangering others, call police immediately on 111.
Or if you need to talk to someone else:
● Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or 09 5222 999 within ● Auckland (available 24/7)
● Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)
● Youthline: 0800 376 633, free text 234 or email talk@youthline.co.nz or online chat.
● Need to Talk? Free call or text 1737 (available 24/7) ● Kidsline: 0800 543 754 (available 24/7) ● Whatsup: 0800 942 8787 (1pm to 11pm) ● Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 ● Samaritans: 0800 726 666.
● The Lowdown: Text 5626 or webchat For help with specific issues:
● Alcohol and Drug Helpline: Call 0800 787 797 ● Anxiety Helpline: Call 0800 269 4389 (0800 ANXIETY) ● OutLine: Call 0800 688 5463 (0800 OUTLINE) (6pm-9pm) ● Safe to talk (sexual harm): Call 0800 044 334 or text 4334
happening
■ Withdrawing from friends and family
■ Increased argumentswith loved ones
Changes with your Relationships:
■ Withdrawing from friends and family
■ Increased argumentswith loved ones
■ Little or no interest in daily activities that usually bring joy (timewith baby, partner or friends, exercise, eating, career, study or hobbies) Asking for help Manypeoplehave trouble asking for help. Theymayfeel shamebecause they are not coping with theirnewbaby, or guilt because they feel frustrated and resentful. Getting the right help from a health professional earlyon leads to a faster recovery.
If you’re a newparent or expecting a baby, and you’re worried abouthowyou’re feeling, then talking to your doctor can be a good place to start.
There aremanydifferent services and health professionals that can help. If you are concerned about yourself or your partner or loved one, yourGPis often a good place to start. They should be able to give you non-judgmental support, assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing care and treatment. They can also refer youto specialists such as a counsellor, psychologist or psychiatrist.
■ Bellies to Babies Antenatal and Postnatal Classes, baby massage courses and baby and infant first aid courses, 2087 Pakowhai Rd, Hawke’s Bay, 022 637 0624. hbantenatal-classes.co.nz/
Medical disclaimer: This page is for educational and informational purposes only andmay not be construed as medical advice. The information is not intended to replace medical advice offered by physicians.