suggested links.
The following sites offer a wealth of information on various topics. (In alphabetical order)
Beyondblue
beyondblue.org.au
Information on depression, anxiety and related disorders, as well as online resources and information.
Black Dog Institute
blackdoginstitue.org.au
Clinical and research expertise and community education about depression and bipolar disorder.
Centre for Clinical Interventions
cci.health.wa.gov.au
Offer specialist programs and online resources for issues from self-worth to severe, persistent and complex anxiety, mood and eating disorders.
Creativity Australia
creativityaustralia.org.au
Inspires people to find their voice through their With One Voice choir groups, by delivering inclusive and creative programs that result in positive social and economic outcomes.
CyberSmart
cybersmart.gov.au
Designed to support and encourage participation in the digital economy by providing information and education which empowers children to be safe online.
Headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation
headspace.org.au
Information, support and services to young people on general health, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, employment and education online, telephone and in centres across Australia.
Kids Helpline
kidshelp.com.au
Telephone counselling for young people 5–25 years, as well as online and email counselling.
Lifeline Australia
lifeline.org.au
Telephone crisis support, as well as online one-one-one crisis support.
Post & Antenatal Depression Association (PANDA)
panda.org.au
Telephone information, support and referral service, as well as online resources and information.
R U OK?
ruok.org.au
A national day of action dedicated to inspiring all people of all backgrounds to regularly ask each other ‘Are you ok?’, as well as online resources and information.
Reach Out
relationships.org.au
A leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
Relationships Australia
relationships.org.au
A leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
Salvation Army Hope for Life
suicideprevention.salvos.org.au
Telephone counselling for people bereaved by suicide, as well as online resources and information.
SANE Australia
sane.org
Telephone mental illness advice and referrals, as well as online resources and information.
Smiling Mind
smilingmind.com.au
Modern meditation for young people providing free online mindfulness meditation programs.
Suicide Call Back Service
suicidecallbackservice.org.au
Professional telephone crisis support for people at risk of suicide, carers and bereaved, as well as online resources and information.
The Butterfly Foundation
thebutterflyfoundation.org.au
Dedicated to bringing about change to the culture, policy and practice in the prevention, treatment and support of those affected by eating disorders and negative body image.
The Encouragement Foundation
Endeavours to lift and inspire people to be all they can be. Their purpose is to provide a gateway of hope and support.
The Line
www.theline.org.au
Australian Government site that helps readers enjoy healthy and respectful relationships, and to recognise behaviour that ‘crosses the line’.
IIf you have other links you feel should be on our list please contact us at www.mindshift.org.au/contact-us – we are always happy to receive your suggestions and recommendations.