The media has an important role to play in influencing social attitudes towards and perceptions of suicide and mental illness. Most members of the media report suicide and mental illness responsibly, and the media industry has been actively involved in helping to reduce suicide rates and addressing stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness.

The Mindframe-media website, based on the print resource 'Reporting Suicide and Mental Illness', provides practical advice and information to support the work of media professionals by informing them about sensitive and appropriate reporting of suicide and mental illness.

The Mindframe-media website contains

• Facts and statistics on mental illness and suicide, including information on culturally and linguistically diverse groups
• Quick Reference Cards for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Media

• Copies of Quick Reference Cards on mental illness and suicide and the "Reporting Suicide and Mental Illness"ressource for download.

The following sections of the MMHA website are also recommended for media personnel:

• About MMHA
• News
• Events

Please feel welcome to contact us for more specific media enquiries.