For young people

If you are a young person aged between 12-25 and need information relating to general mental health, physical health, work & study and drugs & alcohol, this section is designed for you.

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Work & study
Life issues
Health & wellbeing
Mental health
Alcohol & other drugs
Work & study
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Depression
Anxiety
Eating disorders
Self harm
Trauma
Psychosis
Bipolar disorder
what is psychosis & the effects on mental health
Psychosis can affect young people’s thoughts, feelings, beliefs and behaviours. With treatment, people can and do recover.
what is depression?
Depression and feeling depressed is more than just sadness; it’s a combination of how we think, feel and behave.
what is an eating disorder?
Eating habits can change because of psychological reasons. This can impact every aspect of a young person’s life. Learn about how and where to get help.
what you need to know about self harm
Self harm is when people deliberately hurt their bodies and is an issue that affects many young people.
understanding post-traumatic stress disorder – for young people
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an extreme reaction to a traumatic event that can get in the way of everyday life. People experience PTSD differently.
what is anxiety & the effects on mental health
Anxiety is more than feeling stressed or worried. It can be tough to cope, but with the right support, things can get better.
understanding bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is when people have times of low mood and times of high mood. It can affect the way people think, feel and act to the point where it interferes with daily life. It can be tough to cope, but with the right support, things can get better.
how to cope with the stress of natural disasters
This information is for young people affected by a natural disaster such as a flood, bushfire, earthquake or cyclone.
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