Sunday, May 8, 2011

village space presentation

Suicide in Rural Australia

What is the issue about?
The issue was about rising number suicide deaths in rural and remote parts of Australia.

What is causing the issue?
the increasing stress of financial insecurity, and drought making people feel lonely and unable too access support systems because of where they live

Who is affected?
According to statistics men are more venerable to the effects of these hardships. However anyone living in remote areas may experience such effects

What can be done?
- improvements in access to mental support services
- financial planning
- increased awareness
- socialisation events within the community



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