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Beyond Blue

Beyond Blue’s work is aimed at achieving an Australian community that understands depression and anxiety, empowering all Australians, at any life stage, to seek help.

Many Australians have some experience with anxiety and depression or related disorders, whether it is personal or via family, friends or work colleagues. beyondblue raises awareness, reduces stigma and ensures people have access to the information they need to ensure recovery, management and resilience.   

Beyond Blue is a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation and a bipartisan initiative of the Australian, state and territory governments.  

Beyond Blue works in partnership with health services, schools, workplaces, universities, media and community organisations, as well as people living with depression/anxiety and their carers, to bring together expertise and provide tools and resources.

Beyond Blue’s key result areas:

  • increase awareness of depression and anxiety
  • reduce stigma and discrimination
  • improve help seeking
  • reduce impact and disability
  • facilitate learning, collaboration, innovation and research

For information on depression, anxiety and related disorders, available treatments and where to get help, visit www.beyondblue.org.au, call Beyond Blue info line: 1300 22 4636 (local call cost from a landline), or email infoline@beyondblue.org.au

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Last reviewed: September 2019

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Older people are more likely to experience physical illness or personal loss which are contributing factors to anxiety and depression

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Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) - Beyond Blue

Generalised anxiety disorder is when you feel anxious and worried most of the time. These worries are intense and interfere with your everyday life.

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The quickie toolkit

Want to know how to help your mate but short on time? This page takes you through the Wingman steps in under five minutes.

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Maternal mental health and wellbeing

Depression and anxiety can affect anyone at any time – but we know women are more likely to experience these conditions during pregnancy and the year following the birth of a baby (also known as the perinatal period).

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Suicide safety planning for family and friends | Beyond Blue

Support from loved ones can help keep someone safe from suicide. Learn how to help your friend or family member create their Beyond Now safety plan.

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Signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression in older people - Beyond Blue

The symptoms of anxiety or depression in older people are sometimes not obvious as they often develop gradually, as they may not have all of the symptoms.

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Alcohol and drug use - Beyond Blue

Many people with depression or anxiety use drugs and alcohol to try and cope.

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Look after your mental health and wellbeing - Beyond Blue

Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing is about finding a balance in all aspects of your life. Learn what you can do to improve your mental health and wellbeing and stay well.

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