Intense emotions can affect your thoughts and actions, and it can be hard to remember how to post safely. 

What might seem like a good idea to post in the moment might not afterwards, and it can have lasting consequences. 

Tips if you feel overwhelmed:
- It's a good idea to wait until the crisis has passed before posting publicly, or on your feed or story. 
- It's important to ask for help, and better to do so in a private or direct message than a public post. 
- Message someone you trust, like a friend or family member, and make it clear that you need help. 
- At the same time, remember that others aren't always able to help, or responsible for your safety. Try to reach out to someone who you think will be able to help you.   
- You can also call or message a helpline, or make an appointment with a GP, Psychologist or another mental health professional.  

Helplines and chat services in Australia: 

Lifeline: 13 11 14
For everyone 
Available 24/7 
Chat service available: https://www.lifeline.org.au/chat 

Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 
For ages 5-25 
Available 24/7 
Chat service available: https://kidshelpline.com.au/get-help/webchat-counselling 

13YARN: 13 92 76
For Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People 
Available 24/7 

QLife: 1800 184 527
For LGBTQIA+ people
Available 3pm - midnight AEST, daily

eHeadspace
For ages 12-25 
Available 3-10pm daily
1800 650 890
Chat service available: https://headspace.org.au/online-and-phone-support/connect-with-us/ 

If you're outside Australia, find a local service with findahelpline.com