CoronavirusDownunder

COVID-19 continues to impact everyone’s lives, and we understand that adjusting to social distancing and isolation measures can be difficult. To support your well-being, we wanted to assure you that this sub is a safe and judgment-free place, while also gently guiding you to various support services that are available to you. While these services may provide temporary relief, they do not replace consulting with a licensed health professional.

If at any time your or someone else’s life is in immediate danger, please call 000.

National support services:

Each of the National telephone services listed below is also affiliated with the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National; 131 450), and the National Relay Service (NRS). These services are available 24/7.

• Lifeline: 24/7 telephone (13 11 44) crisis support. An online chat (7pm-12am AEST) and SMS (0477 13 11 14; 6pm-12am AEST) service is also available, 7 days a week.
  [ website | online chat | SMS | language support ]
• Beyond Blue: 24/7 telephone (1300 22 463) information and support service. Resources also include an online chat (3pm-12am AEST), email service and online forum, which are accessible any day of the week.
  [ website | online chat | email | forums | language support ]
• Suicide callback service: 24/7 telephone (1300 659 467) and online counselling (online chat, or video call) for people aged 15 years and older who are affected by suicide.
  [ website | online chat | video call | language support ]
• 1800RESPECT: 24/7 telephone (1800 737 732) and online chat service for confidential information, counselling and support for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
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State government mental health websites:

The following links provide state-specific mental health support and information, including resources for specific groups in the community.

VIC | NSW | ACT | QLD | SA | WA | NT

Other useful COVID-19 mental health resources:

• Mindspot - MindSpot is a free service for Australian adults who are experiencing difficulties with anxiety, stress, depression and low mood. Mindspot provides assessment and treatment courses, or they can help you find local services that can help.

• eMHprac | Managing your mental health online during COVID-19; this factsheet contains an exhaustive list of tools & resources including self guided programs and apps.

• Work and your mental health

• How to manage relationship tensions during COVID-19

• Coping with isolation and being at home

• Managing your alcohol intake during the coronavirus pandemic

• Coronavirus (COVID-19): Family guide

• ReachOut - a resource for young people.

• Kids Helpline - [ kids 5-12 | teens 13-17 | young adults 18-25 | parents and carers | schools and teachers ]

• Head to Health

• Phoenix Australia

• This Way Up

• Black Dog Institute

• u/ViperCarries has created a discord group for Victorians to support each other during this time. You can join by clicking here.

Relevant Reddit subs:

Reddit also has various subs to assist with support and anxiety during this difficult time:

r/COVID19_support | r/COVID19positive | r/CoronavirusSupport | r/depression | r/SuicideWatch | r/Anxiety | r/Needafriend

Not in Australia? International resources:

• Wherever you are, whatever you need
• Locate a crisis centre near you
• Befrienders worldwide
• IMALIVE - online chat