A man who lost two brothers to suicide in just seven months has made an emotional plea to those struggling with mental health issues.
Perth man Liam Ramsay posted a video to YouTube imploring people to open up about their mental health.
Mr Ramsay’s eldest brother Brett took his own life in May when he was 33 years old. Last Wednesday, their brother Jai, 31, also committed suicide.
Perth man Liam Ramsay posted a video to YouTube imploring people to open up about their mental health
Mr Ramsay’s eldest brother Brett (left) took his own life in May when he was 33 years old. Last Wednesday, their brother Jai (right), 31, also committed suicide
‘If you’re feeling low just speak to someone,’ Mr Ramsay said in the video.
‘Please speak to someone, don’t do it… life is worth living it will get better, there is help.
‘Reach out to a friend. People care and if you even have an inkling that your friends might be feeling that just ask them.’
Through tears, Mr Ramsay said letting people you love know that you care could be crucial in saving their life.
‘We’re going to get through this, we did it before.’
The video has been viewed more than 11,000 times since it was uploaded on Friday.
He said his heart had been broken by the death of his two elder brothers (pictured with their father, third from left)
He said his heart had been broken by the death of his two elder brothers.
‘I just miss them… I just miss them both,’ he told Seven News.
‘I’m in a constant battle with myself over whether I could have done or said something that would have changed it.
‘If it wasn’t such a cultural taboo maybe Brett wouldn’t have felt like it was his only option towards the end… and if he hadn’t of done it then maybe Jai wouldn’t have done it and I’d still have two brothers.’
Suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians aged between 15 and 44.
For confidential support call the Lifeline 24-hour crisis support on 13 11 14.
Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can contact Lifeline.
Regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation their trained volunteers are ready to listen, provide support and referrals.