Signs and symptoms of depression - Beyond Blue It can be hard to know whether you’re feeling depressed or have depression Our anonymous Anxiety and Depression Test (K10) can help you understand whether your anxious feelings are the kind of worries that will go away on their own, or whether it’s time to get more support to help you feel better
Alcohol and mental health - Beyond Blue While it may initially feel like an escape, alcohol’s depressive effects can take a significant toll on your mental health There is also a well-documented link between chronic alcohol use and the worsening of existing conditions such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia which can be aggravated by alcohol use
Perimenopause, menopause and mental health - Beyond Blue The middle years (40-60) can be a particularly challenging time for mental health Adding to this are life pressures like parenting, caring for ageing parents, work demands, illness, or body changes
What is stress? - Beyond Blue Learn about the signs and symptoms of stress, how it affects your mental health, and some practical ways to manage stress and feel more in control
Learn about mental health - Beyond Blue Living with a disability — physical or intellectual — affects so many parts of a person’s overall mental health and wellbeing People living with a disability may be at risk of developing anxiety or depression due to factors such as social isolation and lack of employment opportunities
Womens mental health - Beyond Blue Women living with a disability may experience unique challenges that affect their mental health Physical barriers, along with social stigmas or limited access to support, can increase feelings of isolation and poor mental health With one in five people living with a disability, you’re not alone
Types of anxiety disorders - Beyond Blue Anonymously read, share and learn from people who are also living with anxiety The Beyond Blue Forums is a welcoming peer support community Posts are moderated by qualified counsellors Visit the Beyond Blue Forum anxiety discussions
Suicide Prevention - Beyond Blue history of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) relationship problems such as conflict with parents or intimate partners legal or disciplinary problems
Types of depression - Beyond Blue Some are talked about more often than others You might have heard of clinical depression and bipolar Types such as cyclothymic disorder and dysthymic disorder aren’t mentioned as often Sometimes we use different names for the same type of depression For example, clinical depression is also called major depressive disorder