Depression
Depression
Depression affects how you feel about yourself. It can make life more difficult to manage from day to day.
You might lose interest in things you usually enjoy. You may lack energy, have trouble sleeping or sleep more than usual, some people feel irritable and some find it hard to concentrate.
Although we do not know the cause of depression, there is a positive correlation between a combination of life events, personal factors and changes within the brain – it generally does not develop because of one issue or event.
It is essential to be proactive when addressing depression, psychological, medical or a combination of both can support you in your recovery.
RESOURCES
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed above and would like to gain further insight into how you are feeling, please see the checklist here https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety-and-depression-checklist-k10
For further support and assistance, please call the Psychealth Helpline, details below.
Phone: 1800 497 197 (AUS)/ 0800 466 400 (NZ)
Email: info@psychealth.com.au
Some further resources include the following:
AU
NZ
Additional Resources / Hotlines
Sane Support
1800 187 263
SANE support is an out of hours mental health line that offers emotional support and guidance to anyone affected by Mental Health.
Sane is NOT a crisis hotline
Suicide Callback: 1300 659 467
Free counselling for suicide prevention measures.
https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
LifeLine:
13 11 14
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Friendline:
1800 424 287
Support for those who are feeling alone, and would like someone to talk to
(Not a Crisis Line)
Beyond Blue (Counselling)
1300 224 636
Aims to increase awareness of depression and anxiety and reduce stigma.
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
NZ
Lifeline:
0800 543 354
They are available to assist with emotional issues, anxiety, depression, relationships, family problems, abuse, work, finances, and more whenever you need it.
https://www.lifeline.org.nz/#e239
Depression Helpline
0800 111 757
Talk to a trained counselor about how you are currently feeling
https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/mental-health-addictions/mental-health-addictions/depression-helpline/
Suicide Crisis Hotline
0508 828 865
If you or someone you know may be thinking about suicide, please contact this number for support
https://www.lifeline.org.nz/services/suicide-crisis-helpline/
Youthline
0800 828 865
A “with youth, for youth” organisation that offers support and counseling for ages 12-24.
https://www.youthline.co.nz/about-us.html
