Resources and support


Depression.org.nz

  • This website helps New Zealanders recognise and understand depression and anxiety.

  • The website is part of a national public health programme, the National Depression Initiative.

  • It includes The Journal – an online self-help programme.

Free text number 4202

Helplines


  • Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time.

  • The Depression helpline – 0800 111 757

  • Alcohol drug helpline – 0800 787 797

  • Gambling helpline – 0800 654 655

  • Healthline – 0800 611 116 – to get help from a registered nurse 24/7

  • Lifeline – 0800 543 354

  • Samaritans – 0800 726 666

  • Youthline: 0800 376633, or text 234

  • Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865

  • Anxiety NZ: 0800 269 4389

  • Family Violence Helpline: 0800456 450

  • Shakti Crisis Line: 0800 742584 (for migrant or refugee women living with family violence)