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The most important thing is to recognise the signs and symptoms and seek support...
Young people can feel sad and worried about life events but with depression, the feelings of sadness go on for weeks or months and affect everyday life...
Improve your understanding of anxiety and depression, then take action...
In this video clip, participants discuss the early signs of depression. They also share some of the events that lead up to their diagnosis...
Postnatal depression can happen either a few days or weeks after the birth, with a slow or sudden onset...
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) can help you change unhelpful or unhealthy habits of thinking, feeling and behaving...
ECT can be an effective treatment for some types of mental illness...
Recognising that your child has a mental health problem and seeking professional support are important first steps to take...
A mental health care plan explains the support provided by each member of a person's healthcare team...
If emotional or behavioural problems are disrupting your life, it's important to seek professional help early...
A case manager looks after your interests while you are a client of public (government) mental health services...
Throughout your life, the number and strength of your relationships affect your mental and physical wellbeing. The benefits of social connections and good mental health are numerous. Proven links...
Try to do some activity every day ... 10 tips for living with depression...
Older people are at greater risk of developing mental health conditions because of the cumulative effect of numerous risk factors, including chronic illness and isolation...
Research shows that keeping active can help lift mood, improve sleeping patterns, and increase energy levels...
Self-medicating with alcohol doesn't solve the causes of depression, which is common in rural communities...
In Australia, suicide is the leading cause of death for males and females aged between 15 and 44. We can all play a role in preventing suicide by looking out for possible warning signs, reaching out...
Self-harm and self-injury is when people hurt themselves on purpose, usually in response to intense emotional pain or negative feelings, thoughts or memories...
A suicide attempt may be an early warning sign that a person is developing a mental illness...
The grief felt by family and friends can be deeper when the cause of death is suicide...
All suicide threats are serious. You don't have to be a trained professional to help a person contemplating suicide...
If you feel uncomfortable about asking questions or talking with your healthcare professionals, having someone there to support you during appointments can help you make difficult decisions and ensure healthcare professionals respect your rights.