Australia offers a wide range of mental health resources and services to support individuals experiencing mental health issues. Here are some key resources:
13YARN: A crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, run by Indigenous Australians. 13yarn.org.au .
Head to Health: A digital mental health service platform provided by the Australian Government, offering apps, online programs, forums, and phone services. headtohealth.gov.au .
Anxiety Recovery Centre Victoria (ARCVic) Helpline: Provides support, information, and referrals for anxiety, OCD, and depression. Helpline: 1300 269 438 or 9830 0533. arcvic.org.au .
Beyond Blue: Offers support and advice for depression and anxiety. Phone: 1300 22 46 36. beyondblue.org.au .
Lifeline: Provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. Phone: 13 11 14. lifeline.org.au .
Kids Helpline: A free, private, and confidential 24/7 phone and online counseling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Phone: 1800 55 1800. kidshelpline.com.au .
Black Dog Institute: Provides research-informed mental health resources and tools. blackdoginstitute.org.au .
SANE Australia: A national charity offering support, education, and research for those affected by mental illness. Phone: 1800 187 263. sane.org .
Stride Mental Health: Offers support throughout the mental health journey. stride.com.au .
Relationships Australia: Provides relationship support services. Phone: 1300 364 277. relationships.org.au .
National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Plan: A comprehensive plan to integrate mental health and suicide prevention efforts across Australia .
National Mental Health and Wellbeing Pandemic Response Plan: Supports mental health during and after the COVID-19 pandemic .
National Mental Health Workforce Strategy 2022–2032: A roadmap to build a sustainable mental health workforce .
Listening Ear: A free and confidential support service available every day from 9am to 9pm. Phone: 02 9477 6777. listeningear.org.au .
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These resources provide a comprehensive support network for individuals facing mental health challenges in Australia.
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