What you need to know

Having good mental health is just as important as having good physical health. Our mental health influences how we think, feel and act. It can impact our work, relationships and our physical health.

About 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental illness in any given year. Almost half will experience a mental health problem at some point in their lives.

Just as all people are different, so are the types of mental illness and their impact. Some people may need support for a short amount of time but others may need long-term support. It’s normal to have ups and downs but if you’re struggling with mental ill-health, help is available.

Looking after your mental health

Find helpful ways to manage worry and stress, and improve your overall wellbeing.

Dear Mind

Learn about the six different building blocks of mental wellbeing to help you respond to the range of mental tasks you face every day.

Head to Health

Head to Health is a national digital gateway that helps all Australians access mental health and wellbeing information and services.

How to get help

If you’re in distress, concerned about your mental health, or want to talk to someone, help is available. Find your local mental health service.

Medicines for mental health

Find fact sheets and information about psychotropic medications on the Choice and Medication website.  The website has a range of resources including:

  • fact sheets and leaflets about taking, changing or stopping mental health medicines
  • patient information sheets about what the medicines do and their side effects
  • guides on medicines and drugs in pregnancy.

Mental health conditions fact sheets

You can find information and fact sheets about different mental health disorders and conditions on the The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, Your Health In Mind website. Fact sheets are available for a range of mental health conditions including depression, bipolar disorder, eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder.

Visit the Your Health In Mind website

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