This briefing paper presents the Model of Social Connection which reflects key aspects of social connection that have been raised by a diverse body of research and acknowledges the changing nature of contemporary social life.

This report maps the activity and characteristics of individuals who engage with beyondblue’s Suicidal thoughts and self-harm forum, one of twelve heavily subscribed forums hosted on the organisation’s website.

This report sheds some light on the activities that take place on beyondblue’s mental health support forums. Around 88,000 people visit the forums per month (6,800 posts per month at 10 a month per active user).