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.

Life issues

Health & wellbeing

Mental health

Alcohol & other drugs

Work & study

Life issues

Health & wellbeing

Mental health

Alcohol & other drugs

Work & study

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Depression

Body image

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.