Mental health advocates ‘crying’ out for help to state and federal govts for ‘decades’

PR Counsel’s Kristy McSweeney says there have been advocates for mental health crying out for “decades” to state and federal governments to help deal with the mental health crisis. “As for mental health, I think there are advocates in our community who have been for decades … crying to state governments and federal governments,” Ms McSweeney told Sky News host Paul Murray. “Saying, my son, my daughter has severe mental health issues, needs a bed in a mental health institution otherwise they are a danger to the community, to themselves, to the family. “They are routinely told, these parents in desperation, that there is nowhere for your child. “Whether they are a teenager or an adult … you have to look after them at home.” If you or anyone you know needs help: Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 Lifeline – 13 11 14 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636