World Mental Health Day is on 10 October. Here in Australia, 1 in 5 people are affected by mental illness. Here is some advice from Mental Health Australia on things you can do, to help improve your mental health.
World Mental Health Day is on 10 October. In Australia, 1 in 5 people are affected by mental illness, yet many don’t seek help because of stigma. Mental Health Australia is encouraging everyone to make a promise to help shed a more positive light on mental health.
During Mental Health Month in October, the Victorian Mental Health Foundation is running a series of events around the theme of Mental Health for All. Visit the website for more details.
And finally, mental health is the number one reason people go to the GP, according to a new report from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
If you’re struggling to get time to see your doctor, remember our SuicideLine Victoria counsellors are here 24/7 to help you: Call 1300 651 251.
If it is an emergency, call 000.
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