beyondblue is a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders in Australia.
Information about depression and Bipolar Disorder, their causes, treatments, and a question and answers section.
A website which provides information about depression for consumers.
A website site run by the Australian National University offering free cognitive behavioral therapy for preventing depression.
MHCA is the peak, national non-government organisation representing and promoting the interests of the Australian mental health sector, committed to achieving better mental health for all Australians.
Contains a wide range of information, factsheets and booklets on mental health/illness and suicide prevention. SANE also run a number of advocacy and awareness campaigns, including Stigma Watch, a web-based program promoting accurate and balanced depictions of mental illness and suicide. SANE helpline: 1800 18 SANE (7263) (9-5 weekdays) or email helpline@sane.org for information and advice about mental illness and related topics.
The NSW Mental Health Association site provides links to all other state mental health associations
RANZCP have updated their guidelines that provide evidence-based information about particular mental illnesses and appropriate treatment options.
These guidelines, about first aid applicable to a range of developing mental disorders and mental health crisis situations, were produced using the Delphi method, which a systematic way of assessing the consensus of a panel of experts. The guidelines consist of first aid actions that have been rated as important or essential by expert panels of professionals, consumers and carers.
Internet-based Research Clinic that develops and provides free online education and treatment programs for people with anxiety and depression.
A comprehensive online mental health service offering information, assessment, online diagnosis & treatment programs ("eTherapy") for anxiety disorders.
The diagnosis of mental health disorders requires trained medical professionals. The information on this Internet site is to be used for educational purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for seeking professional care in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. Any reference to a commercial product, process, service, company or organisation should not be taken as an endorsement or recommendation by Lifeline Australia.