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Youth suicide is a major problem in Australia. According to a report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies in 2000, suicide is one of the leading causes of death among young people aged 15-34 years.

There are many reasons why young people choose to take their own lives. Depression and mental illness have proven to contribute to a large number of suicide deaths, however, these are not the only causes. What is clear is that when a person feels suicidal they feel that there is no other way out of their situation.

There are a number of services available for people who are having suicidal thoughts. The following websites provide a range of information including how to spot suicide warning signs and where to go for help.

In an emergency call 000

Youth Suicide Prevention: www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/BHCV2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Youth_suicide_prevention_the_warning_signs?OpenDocument
This Victorian Government website provides a fact sheet which expores; warning signs, triggers and how to help people experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Kids Helpline: www.kidshelp.com.au
A 24 hour telephone and online counseling service for children and young people in Australia. Ph: 1800 55 1800

Lifeline: www.lifeline.org.au
A telephone counseling service in Australia. Ph: 13 11 14

Living is for everyone:: www.livingisforeveryone.com.au/Youth.html#Key%20players
This site explores statisitics,trends, information about services, about youth suicide in Australia.

For more info call Monash Youth & Family Services on 9518 3900.

Youth Rights

Young people have a range of authority figures that they look to for direction. Parents, teachers, employers, peers and other authorities can all pose demands upon young people. Young people, however, do have rights.

The following web sites provide information on youth rights and where to go for more help.

Lawstuff - Know Your Rights: www.lawstuff.org.au
A comprehensive website detailing the legal rights of people under the age of 18.

Leg@lonline: www.legalonline.vic.gov.au/CA2569020010C266/Homepage
The Victorian Government's legal information website. Includes fact sheets, links to legal practitioners, relevant legislation and agencies.

Youth Advocacy and Legal Service
Legal advice and representation in all legal matters. Ph: 9794 5428

Youth Central: www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au
A Victorian Government website which details youth rights in the workplace.

For more info call Monash Youth & Family Services on 9518 3900.

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Updated: 10 December 2008

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