Where can I go for support? (other than a GP)

1. How do you feel about discussing personal things with others?
a. Okay, if it's somebody I know (go to question 2)
b. Totally fine (go to question 3)
c. It's pretty nervewracking (go to question 4)

2. Tried speaking to somebody you know?
a. Yes (go to question 5)
b. No (go to question 3)

3. How to do you prefer to talk to people?
a. Eye contact is really important (go to Results: 'Face-to-face support')
b. Anything but face-to-face (go to

4. Worried about privacy and confidentiality? 
a. No (go to question 3)
b. Yes (go to question 6)

5. Would you speak to them again?
a. Yes (go to Results: 'Face-to-face support')
b. No (go to question 3)

6. Do you have reliable internet access?
a. No (go to Results: 'Phone support')
b. Yes (go to Results: 'Online support')



RESULTS

*Face-to-face support
Sometimes nothing can beat having a real human in front of you. And there are plenty of options if your GP can't be that person:
- Community elders
- Rotary or Lions clubs
- Parents support groups
- Faith-based leaders

*Phone support
Hopping on the phone is a great way of not having to look someone straight in the eye but still feeling a personal connection with the person you're chatting to.
- Parentline - Find your state number online
https://parents.au.reachout.com/common-concerns/mental-health/things-to-try-getting-help/telephone-support-for-parents-of-teens
- ReachOut Parents One-on-One Support - Register online
https://parents.au.reachout.com/one-on-one-support
- Mensline - 1300 789 978
- Sane - 1800 187 263
- QLife - 1800 184 527

*Online support
Whether you're on the go or nervous about getting support, getting online gives you lots of flexibility in terms of how and when you connect. See if you like:
- ReachOut Parents Forums
- Sane online chat
- Eheadspace
- Facebook groups