Sad, stressed, or needing more support?

If you are thinking about hurting yourself, ending your life, or you are in immediate danger, tell a trusted adult now and contact local emergency or crisis help. In Australia, call emergency 000 in an emergency or Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800. Elsewhere, contact your local emergency or crisis service.

Sadness is a normal feeling that can come and go. Sometimes low mood can last longer, feel heavier, or make everyday life harder. This short topic cannot diagnose anyone; depression is a health condition assessed by a qualified professional.

Talking to a trusted adult, GP or doctor, school wellbeing staff, or another support person can help if low mood lasts, keeps returning, affects sleep, school, relationships, or interest in usual things, or comes with hopelessness or thoughts of self-harm.

You deserve support even if you are not sure how serious it is. This site is not monitored 24/7.