Mental health issues can stop you feeling like your usual self. Working out what can help will be unique to you because your journey is different to everyone else.
The information and resources below are from trusted health groups. You might also find it helpful to talk with a health professional you feel comfortable with.
Videos: Talking about mental health with young people
Young Australians with lived experiences of mental health issues share their stories in this series of short videos.
Introducing Jess, Nic, Jeanette and Jahin
Stigma — Talking about mental health
Building relationships with health professionals
The health system
Taking control
Things I wish I’d known
Crisis support services
If you are in personal crisis or are having thoughts of harming yourself please tell someone, or call one of these numbers for support:
Lifeline | call 13 11 14 or text 0477 131 114 | (national free 24-hour telephone crisis support service) |
Suicide Call Back Service | 1300 659 467 | (national free 24-hour telephone and online counselling service) |
Kids Helpline | 1800 55 1800 | (national free 24-hour telephone and online counselling service for young people aged 5-25 years) |
Learning more about mental health and who can help
Finding help online
Beyond Blue – telephone (1300 224 636) and online support, forums and resources
eHeadspace – telephone (1800 650 890) and online support (registration required – only takes a few minutes)
Embrace Multicultural Mental Health – multicultural mental health resources and factsheets
Head to Health – a one-stop-shop for apps, online courses, factsheets and forums
QLife – telephone/online support for LGBTQI+ people and their loved ones, 1800 184 527
ReachOut – online support and information
General information about anxiety and depression
- Anxiety and Depression: Find the path that works for you (fact sheet)
Text version - Treating anxiety disorders: what are the options? (decision aid)
- Anxiety: what you need to know
- Antidepressants: 10 things you should know
- Depression: Your management options (fact sheet)
- Depression: what you need to know
- Mental health and young people quality use of medicines briefing paper (plain language summary)
Information and support for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
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iBobbly – A social and emotional wellbeing self-help app for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples aged 15 years and over.
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About depression: What can help you heal?
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What you need to know about your antidepressant
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WellMob – Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
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13Yarn – a crisis support line funded by the Australian Government with the support of Lifeline and developed in collaboration with Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia.
Choosing Wisely Australia
Choosing Wisely Australia helps healthcare providers and consumers have important conversations about improving the quality of healthcare by reducing unnecessary and sometimes harmful tests, treatments, and procedures.
5 questions to ask your doctor or other healthcare provider is a resource that can help patients ensure they end up with the right amount of care.