Helpful resources

Here are some great places to check out for mental health and well-being information and support.

GENERAL MENTAL HEALTH - MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION

A comprehensive list of resources can be found here along with links to support services and a list of e-therapy options and resources. You’ll also find phone, text and email support details and access to resources to support yourself and others.

(Click here)

SEXUALITY

Organisations dedicated to helping young LGBT and gender diverse people and their caregivers, including resources, information, telephone support and counselling.

(Click here)

PASIFIKA - LE VA

Great resources, tools and information around support services for our Pasifika families and communities.

(Click here)

DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY–THE LOWDOWN

This is an interactive website for young people which includes a self-test for depression, fact sheets and ways to stay strong. You can also check out videos of people who have experience of depression or anxiety, and there’s text and email support too.

(Click here)

WELLBEING – SPORT, HEADFIRST

You’ll find information here to help players and those involved in rugby manage their mental fitness when times get a bit tough.

(Click here)

ONLINE SAFETY

Access to online safety information that includes practical tools, support and advice around managing and staying safe online.

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ONLINE GAME DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY – SPARX

A free online e-therapy game to help those with mild to moderate depression and anxiety.

(Click here)

CARING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE - COMMON GROUND

This website has information about youth mental health and also includes ideas on how to start conversations, what actions you can take and opportunities for people to share their stories.

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GRIEF – SKYLIGHT

Here you’ll find resources on grief, mental health and well-being for all ages. There are also information sheets, links to resources and resource packs.

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YOUTHLINE

Here you’ll find access to information for youth and caregivers, including information regarding face to face counselling support. There is also a text support, phone support and email carer support service.

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AFTER A SUICIDE

Here you will find practical information and guidance for people impacted by a death by suicide. It includes information around what to expect, how to look after yourself and others, and how to access support.

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Australia

MINDFULNESS - SMILING MIND

Information and a free app around mindfulness meditations for all ages to improve wellbeing can be found here.

(Click here)

GENERAL MENTALHEALTH AND WELLBEING – BEYONDBLUE

More great information on depression and anxiety, warning signs, helping others and getting well.

(Click here)

GENERAL MENTAL HEALTH – HEADSPACE

Some great resources for youth, families and schools covering general mental health fact sheets, along with links to other wellbeing resources and tips.

(Click here)

GENERAL MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING – REACH OUT:

Access to a youth mental health and wellbeing website which covers a large range of topics and includes factsheets, stories, videos, guides, apps and an online forum.

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GENERAL MENTAL HEALTH - HEALTHY FAMILIES

Here you will find information on mental health and wellbeing including; warning signs, helping others and getting well.

(Click here)

APPS

PROBLEM SOLVING APP – AUNTY DEE

Information on problem solving, along with tips and help. (NZ)

(Click here)

WELLBEING APP- VIRTUAL HOPE BOX

A free app that you can store a variety of content in – videos, recorded messages, photos and positive, supportive quotes. There’s also relaxation exercises, distraction games, coping cards and an activity planner. (USA)

(search the name in app store to find the link)

MINDFULNESS – SMILING MIND

Mindfulness meditation for all ages to improve wellbeing. (Australian)

(Click here)

STRESS MANAGEMENT APP - TAKE A CHILL

An app for teens which includes tools to help manage stress, mindfulness exercises and thoughtful activities.

(Click here)

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