Suicide is complex. Many commonly held myths about suicide make it difficult for people to recognise when someone is at risk or when people may need more support.

Myths and misinformation can increase the stigma, shame and guilt experienced by people who are thinking about or have attempted to take their own life.

Stigmatised Grief refers to complex and often unrecognised grief that comes from losses deemed less socially acceptable or valid. This type of grief can be especially upsetting because it isn't fully acknowledged by society, leaving people to cope in silence.

Men to check in on and what you could say

Thinking about suicide is more common than we might think. If you’re worried about someone something feels weird, trust yourself and your instincts.

When someone is struggling or feeling overloaded, the small things we do or say can make a big difference and help us hold space.