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 22 4636
  (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)

  🇦🇺 Griefline (Australia)

  griefline.org.au
  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 (Australia)

  fullstop.org.au
  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.

🇬🇧 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 UK

  missingpeople.org.uk
  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 (US)

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.