Further Helplines:

Lifeline – 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP)

Youthline – 0800 376 633, free text 234 or email talk@youthline.co.nz or online chat

Samaritans – 0800 726 666

Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)

Depression Helpline – 0800 111 757 or free text 4202 To talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions

Anxiety NZ – 0800 269 4389 (0800 ANXIETY)

Healthline – 0800 611 116 Health advice from professional healthcare providers

Find a Helpline – Search for international helplines

Yellow Brick Road – 0800 732 825 Supporting families towards mental wellbeing: for families who have a loved one experiencing mental health challenges, weekdays 8am – 4.30pm

Plunketline – 0800 933 922 Free parent helpline and advice service available to all families, whānau and caregivers

EDANZ – 0800 2 EDANZ or 0800 233 269, or Auckland 09 522 2679 (leave a message). For information, support and resources about supporting someone with an eating disorder. Email info@ed.org.nz

Parent Help – 0800 568 856 For parents/whānau seeking support, advice and practical strategies on all parenting concerns. Anonymous, non-judgemental and confidential, 9am – 9pm, 7 days a week