What Not To Tell Someone Who Is Dealing With Mental Health Crisis?

What Not To Tell Someone Who Is Dealing With Mental Health Crisis?

It can be hard to know how to deal with a loved one who is going through a mental health crisis. Especially if you have never had any training to handle such situations. The fear of unknowingly saying something that will make the situation worse is real. No matter how good your intentions are, one … Read more

‘I knew I had to be there for him’: Alex and Mike King’s treasured moments

‘I knew I had to be there for him’: Alex and Mike King’s treasured moments

The father and daughter duo always have each other’s backs. Photo/Michelle Hyslop Alex King was just a little girl when her famous father Mike King was battling addiction, depression, and a life-changing stroke. She didn’t fully understand her confusion, nor did she realize that she too would experience mental health issues, but she wanted to … Read more

This ex-police officer was on the frontline for years. Now off the force, the scars still run deep

This ex-police officer was on the frontline for years. Now off the force, the scars still run deep

Looking at the picture of himself, dressed in uniform, with blood running down his face, former NT police officer Nick Carter feels different now than he did when the photo was taken in 2016. Key points: A group of current and ex-NT police officers want a public inquiry into mental health issues and services within … Read more