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Online therapy (eTherapy)

Trusted information about online therapy (eTherapy), including what online therapy is, the benefits and disadvantages of online therapy, costs and other considerations and where to start from leading Australian health organisations.

New phone app could reduce suicide risk

A new app could help mental health patients and reduce suicide risk, by sending counsellors data on mood, activity and adherence to medication.

CATT – the crisis assessment and treatment team

Discover trusted information, online programs, fact sheets, communities, audio and video resources on Crisis management from leading Australian health organisations.

My Health Record

My Health Record is the national digital health record system. Learn how you to share your health information with doctors, hospitals and other healthcare providers.

Mental health: where to get help

Learn how to navigate the Australian mental health system and its helpful services – and find out about any potential costs.

Mental health resources for men

Discover trusted information, online programs, fact sheets, communities, audio and video resources for men from leading Australian health organisations.

How to deal with depression

If you are dealing with depression it can help to talk someone, such as a mental health professional or trusted friend. Learn how to talk about mental illness here.

Rural or remote mental health

Discover trusted information, online programs, fact sheets, communities, audio and video resources for people in rural or remote locations from leading Australian health organisations.

Talking to your doctor (GP) about mental health

Trusted information about how to talk to your doctor (GP) about mental health, including what questions to ask when choosing a GP, starting a conversation about mental health with a GP, how much a GP visit costs and mental health care plans from leading Australian health organisations.

Self-esteem and mental health

Discover trusted information, online programs, fact sheets and resources on self-esteem and mental health from leading Australian health organisations.