In these straitened times it is important that we watch out for each other and be mindful of the mental health of those around us. As a society, we need to able to reach out to others in need and be prepared to offer a shoulder because often that is all that is required to give someone a lift. People are reluctant to acknowledge their mental health difficulties for fear of being stigmatised. Stigma is, undoubtedly, the most damaging factor in the life of anyone with a mental health problem. Recently Senator Fitzgerald and I attended the Suicide or Survive annual conference. In listening to those who have attempted to commit suicide speak about their personal recovery a message is sent that if the required support was available, people would recover. It is important for people to talk publicly and to point to the groups across the country which can give the required support. In the past two years the groups and individuals I have met all say the Department's message should be that early intervention makes recovery not just possible but also a reality.