DRUG INFORMATION HOTLINES
The following helplines are available for you to access. This list is as recommended by the Mental Health Commission. Helplines can provide you with immediate access to support and advice that is confidential, free and anonymous.
In an emergency call 000 or visit your local emergency department
HELP LINE | CALL |
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Mental Health Emergency Response Line | 1300 555 788 (Metro) or 1800 676 822 (Peel) |
RuralLink | 1800 522 002 |
Lifeline | 13 11 14 |
Beyond blue | 1300 224 636 |
Suicide Call Back Service* | 1300 659 467 |
The Samaritans Crisis Line | 08 9381 5555 (main line) 08 9388 2500 (Youth Line) or 1800 198 313 (Country Toll Free) |
Men’s Line Australia* | 1300 789 978 |
Quitline* | 13 7848 |
Butterfly Foundation (eating disorders, Monday-Friday 8am to 9pm AEST)* | 1800 334 673 |
Child Protection and Family Support Crisis Care Helpline* | 08 9223 1111 or 1800 199 008 (Country Toll Free) |
HealthDirect (general health information and advice)* | 1800 022 222 |
Kids and Youth Mental Health Support Lines headspace* |
1800 650 890 (12-25 year olds, family and friends) |
Kids’ Helpline* | 1800 551 800 (5 to 25 year olds) or 1800 654 432 (parents) |
Youth Beyond Blue | 1300 224 636 (12-25 year olds) |
Alcohol and Drug Support Line | 08 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 (Country Toll Free) |
Meth Helpline | 1800 874 878 |
Parent and Family Drug Support Line | 08 9442 5050 or 1800 653 203 (Country Toll Free) |
Working Away Alcohol and Drug Support Line | 1800 721 997 |