If you or someone you know is struggling:

This podcast discusses real-life cases involving trauma, violence, and disappearance. If any of this content feels overwhelming or triggering, please know you’re not alone — and help is available.

Below are free, confidential support services in Australia, the UK, and the USA. Many operate 24/7 and are here to listen, support, and guide you through whatever you’re facing.

Your mental health matters. Please don’t hesitate to reach out.

🇦🇺 Australia

  • Lifeline – 13 11 14
    (24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention)

  • Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636
    (Mental health support service, 24/7)

  • Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467
    (For people affected by suicide – 24/7)

  • 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732
    (Sexual assault, domestic & family violence counselling – 24/7)

  • Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Crisis Support Line

    13YARN or 13 92 76

  • Headspace – 1800 650 890

  • Mensline Australia – 1300 789 978

Griefline

Griefline offers free, compassionate support to anyone experiencing grief, loss, or trauma. Whether you're dealing with a recent loss or carrying something long-term, their trained volunteers are available to listen and help you process what you're feeling.

Full Stop Foundation

Full Stop Foundation offers support for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic violence, and complex trauma. Their services include 24/7 counselling, advocacy, and resources to help survivors find safety, justice, and healing.

Reachout

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

  • Samaritans – 116 123
    (Free 24/7 listening service for anyone in distress)

  • Shout – Text 85258
    (24/7 confidential mental health support via text)

  • Mind – 0300 123 3393
    (Mental health information line, Mon–Fri)

  • Rape Crisis England & Wales – 0808 802 9999
    (Daily, for anyone affected by sexual violence)

Missing People

If someone you care about is missing — or if you are missing yourself — Missing People provides free, confidential support. They offer emotional guidance, practical help, and a 24/7 helpline for families and individuals affected by disappearance.

🇺🇸 United States

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988
    (24/7, free, for mental health crisis or suicidal thoughts)

  • Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741
    (24/7 text-based support)

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
    (24/7, confidential)

  • RAINN (Sexual Assault) – 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
    (24/7 National Sexual Assault Hotline)

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

missingkids.org
The NCMEC is a leading resource for families, law enforcement, and communities dealing with missing or exploited children. They provide case support, education, and a national tip line for reporting sightings or information.

How to Talk to Someone You’re Worried About

If you’re concerned that someone you know may be struggling — emotionally, mentally, or with thoughts of self-harm — reaching out can make a real difference. You don’t need to have all the answers. You just need to start the conversation.

Here are a few simple steps:

  • Ask gently but directly: “Are you okay?” or “You don’t seem yourself lately — want to talk?”

  • Listen without judgment: Let them speak. Silence is okay. Just be present.

  • Avoid trying to “fix” it: Sometimes the best support is simply being there.

  • Encourage professional help: Offer to sit with them while they call a support line, or suggest making an appointment together.

  • Follow up: Check in again. It shows you care and haven’t forgotten.

💛 Visit www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask for more tips and support.

You don’t need to be an expert. Just being there can be life-changing.