LGBTIQ+ Mental Health

Sexuality is your sexual feelings and attractions, not just who you have sex with. Your sexuality can change over time. If you’re given a hard time about your sexuality or feel isolated, help is available.

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Sex and disability

People who have a medical condition that impairs their ability to lead a regular sex life may feel concerned or worried about having sex.

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What not to say to an amputee

More than 20,000 amputees live in Australia. To mark Amputee Awareness Week, follow these tips for talking to people with limb loss.

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Tasmania disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in Tasmania are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

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Queensland disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in Queensland are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

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South Australia disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in South Australia are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

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Victoria disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in Victoria are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

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Western Australia disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in Western Australia are being moved over to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Learn more here.

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Northern Territory disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in the Northern Territory are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Learn more here.

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Introduction to disability services and the NDIS

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is being rolled out across Australia and may already provide publicly-funded disability services where you live.

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New South Wales disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in New South Wales are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

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Australian Capital Territory disability services

Publicly funded disability services in the ACT are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

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Learning disabilities

Learning disabilities affect someone’s ability to learn in a particular area (e.g. reading or maths). Unlike intellectual disabilities, they only affect a specific area of learning. Find out more here.

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Sexual harassment

Sexual harassment is unwanted sexual attention. It can affect your mental health, and is illegal. Learn what to do if you are being sexually harassed.

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Disability services and allied healthcare

Learn about the allied health professionals who work with people with disabilities. Discover how you can get support to access them.

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Physical disabilities

Links to trusted information about physical disabilities.

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Sexual health

Learn more about sexual health topics such as contraception options, STIs, and conditions like erectile dysfunction (impotence) and premature ejaculation.

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Male sexual problems

Nearly one in two Australian men have experienced a sexual difficulty, which can include a sexual act, from foreplay through to attaining or maintaining an erection, and also ejaculation. Any man can be affected, whether he is straight, gay, bisexual or transgender.

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Sunny app

Sunny is 1800RESPECT's app for people with disability who are experiencing, or risk experiencing, domestic, family and sexual violence. The app provides support to individuals to recognise, respond and get help if they are experiencing violence and abuse.

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Female sexual problems

Many women experience sexual problems from time to time. Learn more about some common problems and how they can be treated.

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Sexual assault and rape

Learn about sexual assault, rape and consent, including how to report an assault. Find 24-hour support helplines, some of which you can call anonymously.

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Sexually transmitted infections (STI)

Sex is part of a healthy relationship, but can carry risks. Learn about safe sex, STIs, spotting symptoms, and what to do if you get infected.

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Fragile X syndrome

Fragile X causes intellectual disability, behavioural and learning difficulties, and physical problems. It’s the commonest genetic cause of autism.

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Angelman syndrome

A rare syndrome causing physical and intellectual disability. It can’t be cured, but some therapies can improve the quality of life of those affected.

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Screening tests for STIs

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) won't always cause symptoms. If you're sexually active, your doctor might recommend regular STI screening tests.

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Healthy Mind online program

Healthy Mind from Black Dog Institute is a free, easy-to-read online program designed to support the mental health of people with a mild to borderline Intellectual Disability (ID).

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Cri du chat syndrome

Cri du chat (Cry of the cat) syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes delayed physical development, a small head size and intellectual disability. Learn more here, including why the condition has this name.

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Safe sex

By practicing safe sex, you will prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infection (STIs) and minimise the risk of unplanned pregnancy.

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Genital warts

Genital warts is a sexually transmitted infection that causes bumps on the genital areas. Learn about its treatment and prevention.

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Condoms

Male or female condoms are important forms of contraception that can prevent most sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancy.

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