All our mental health articles and fact sheets

Whether you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health issue or is in recovery, we have a range of articles to give you information, support, advice, and insight.

Does winter make you depressed?

Winter depression is a real thing – it's known as seasonal affective disorder. Find out about symptoms and how to beat it.

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Anxiety and depression in older people

Learn to identify the signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression in older people.

When someone you care about won’t get support

Tactics that will help you be there for someone who needs support, even if they don’t want to admit it.

How to support your anxious child

Some kids find it much harder to manage stressful situations: here's how to support.

Depression vs sadness

Depression and sadness have some things in common, but they're quite different. Here's how to tell the difference between the two.

How to support a colleague with depression

Learn what to say and how to be supportive when a workmate is going through a hard time.

Do I worry too much, or is it anxiety?

Feeling anxious or worried is part of everyday life, so it's not always easy to know when it has turned into a mental health issue. Beyond Blue explains what's healthy when it comes to feeling anxious.

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Finding the right mental health professional for you

What's the difference between a psychologist and counsellor? And what should you ask before you commit?

Caring for your child's mental health

How to foster healthy emotional development, and spot the signs your child may need some more support.

3 top apps for stress and anxiety

Researchers at Deakin University assessed more than 40 mental health apps and the results are in.

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Tips for supporting a friend or loved one

If you have someone in your life who you’re worried might not be coping well, don’t be afraid to check in. Here are some things to keep in mind when you do.

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While we hope you find this information helpful, please note that it is general in nature. It is not health advice, and is not tailored to meet your individual health needs. You should always consult a trusted health professional before making decisions about your health care. While we have prepared the information carefully, we can’t guarantee that it is accurate, complete or up-to-date. And while we may mention goods or services provided by others, we aren’t specifically endorsing them and can’t accept responsibility for them. For these reasons we are unable to accept responsibility for any loss that may be sustained from acting on this information (subject to applicable consumer guarantees).

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