R U OK?’s vision is a world where we’re all connected and are protected from suicide and self-harm. Their mission\u00a0is to inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with people around them and support anyone struggling with life.<\/p>\n
Their\u00a0goals:<\/h3>\n\n- Boost our confidence to meaningfully connect and ask about life’s ups and down<\/li>\n
- Nurture our sense of responsibility to regularly connect and support others<\/li>\n
- Strengthen our sense of belonging because we know people are there for us<\/li>\n
- Be relevant, strong and dynamic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Did you know?<\/h2>\n\n- 1 in 4 young Australians (16-24 yrs) have a mental health condition (beyondblue<\/a>).<\/li>\n
- A quarter of young Australians say they are unhappy with their lives<\/li>\n
- 45% of adult Australians will experience a mental illness at some stage in their lives<\/li>\n
- 1 in 4 people will experience an anxiety disorder in their lifetime<\/li>\n
- 1 in 16 young Australians (16-24 yrs)\u00a0is currently experiencing depression<\/li>\n
- Suicide is the biggest killer of young Australians (15-24 yrs) and accounts for the deaths of more young people than car accidents.<\/li>\n
- Suicide is the biggest killer of Australians aged 15 to 44 years (ABS 2013)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Research shows that people who have strong relationships are less likely to consider suicide as an option when struggling with life. Regular, face-to-face conversations can help us to build and maintain strong relationships with friends and family.<\/p>\n
How can I start a conversation?<\/h3>\n
Check out tips<\/a> for connecting with someone or watch stories of inspiration<\/a>.<\/p>\nWhere can I go to for support?<\/h3>\n
Some conversations just become too big for friends or family, and if you are worried about someone or you would like to find out more information please click here<\/a> to find additional support networks.<\/p>\nWhat else can you do on R U OK Day?<\/h3>\n\n- Wear something yellow<\/li>\n
- Have a conversation with someone in your work team and ask R U OK?<\/li>\n
- Take the time to call a family member or friend during the day and ask R U OK?<\/li>\n
- For more information on how you can get involved<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Did you know?<\/h2>\n\n- 1 in 4 young Australians (16-24 yrs) have a mental health condition (beyondblue<\/a>).<\/li>\n
- A quarter of young Australians say they are unhappy with their lives<\/li>\n
- 45% of adult Australians will experience a mental illness at some stage in their lives<\/li>\n
- 1 in 4 people will experience an anxiety disorder in their lifetime<\/li>\n
- 1 in 16 young Australians (16-24 yrs)\u00a0is currently experiencing depression<\/li>\n
- Suicide is the biggest killer of young Australians (15-24 yrs) and accounts for the deaths of more young people than car accidents.<\/li>\n
- Suicide is the biggest killer of Australians aged 15 to 44 years (ABS 2013)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How can a conversation change a life?<\/h3>\n
Research shows that people who have strong relationships are less likely to consider suicide as an option when struggling with life. Regular, face-to-face conversations can help us to build and maintain strong relationships with friends and family.<\/p>\n
How can I start a conversation?<\/h3>\n
Check out tips<\/a> for connecting with someone or watch stories of inspiration<\/a>.<\/p>\nWhere can I go to for support?<\/h3>\n
Some conversations just become too big for friends or family, and if you are worried about someone or you would like to find out more information please click here<\/a> to find additional support networks.<\/p>\nWhat else can you do on R U OK Day?<\/h3>\n\n- Wear something yellow<\/li>\n
- Have a conversation with someone in your work team and ask R U OK?<\/li>\n
- Take the time to call a family member or friend during the day and ask R U OK?<\/li>\n
- For more information on how you can get involved<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How can a conversation change a life?<\/h3>\n
Research shows that people who have strong relationships are less likely to consider suicide as an option when struggling with life. Regular, face-to-face conversations can help us to build and maintain strong relationships with friends and family.<\/p>\n
How can I start a conversation?<\/h3>\n
Check out tips<\/a> for connecting with someone or watch stories of inspiration<\/a>.<\/p>\n Some conversations just become too big for friends or family, and if you are worried about someone or you would like to find out more information please click here<\/a> to find additional support networks.<\/p>\nWhere can I go to for support?<\/h3>\n
What else can you do on R U OK Day?<\/h3>\n
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