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Your mental health matters

Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing can look different for everyone. It's about finding a balance and knowing what works for you.

Being aware of them and making a plan is a great place to start.
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The connection between alcohol and mental health

For many Australians, alcohol feels as ingrained in our culture as backyard barbecues and weekend sports. But have you ever paused to reflect on how alcohol truly affects your brain, body, and mental health?

It’s important to understand how alcohol and mental health affect each other, as they often go hand-in-hand. 
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Natural disasters and your mental health

As the temperature heats up, bushfires and warnings can take a toll on your mental health. It’s important to have a plan, stay connected and seek help early.
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Tears welled in my eyes. My heart raced... I thought I was having a medical emergency. I thought I was dying.


The great irony was that to anyone just walking past, all they would have seen was a girl standing in a foyer.

- Milli describes what a panic attack feels like

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Help someone in distress get the support they need

More than 750 people will reach out to Beyond Blue's service in the next 24 hours.

Your donation will help us ensure every call, webchat and email are answered.

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Upcoming Beyond Blue events

From volunteering to fundraising, there are many ways to get involved. 

Together, we can help all people in Australia achieve their best possible mental health.

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Mornington Peninsula, VIC: Coastrek 2025

23 May 2025

Hike for mental health across the spectacular Mornington Peninsula coastline and challenge yourself to a 20km, 30km or 50km hiking adventure with Coastrek. Join thousands of trekkers in teams of two or more as we immerse ourselves in nature for an epic adventure of fun, fitness, friends, fresh air and fundraising for Beyond Blue!

Sunshine Coast, QLD: Coastrek 2025

18 July 2025

Hike for mental health along Sunshine Coast’s spectacular coastline and challenge yourself to a 20km, 30km or 50km hiking adventure.

Along your journey, you will explore panoramic views of Noosa and Mooloolaba, with world class beaches, scenic headlands, and picturesque coastal trails.

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Get mental health tips for everyday, stay in the loop with Beyond Blue's work in the community and more!

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Introducing... Team Coastrek and Beyond! 🌟🏃‍♀️💙 We’re thrilled to see @beyondblueofficial's CEO Georgie Harman walking the talk - literally! She’s lacing up her boots and taking on Coastrek Sydney this April, together with team members Johanna Griggs (Seven Network identity and Beyond Blue board member), The Hon. Lisa Singh (a Beyond Blue board member who is also CEO of the Australia-India Institute), and Coastrek Ambassador and Seven Network personality Edwina Bartholomew.
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Feeling seen, heard and valued is incredibly important in reducing mental health risks to people in the LGBTIQ+ community. Swipe to hear from some of our Beyond Blue LGBTIQ+ community members speak on their personal experience.
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When Coastrek CEO Di Westaway OAM and @beyondblueofficial CEO Georgie Harman team up, you know something truly special is afoot! 💥
 
2025 is all about hiking for mental health, offering trekkers the opportunity to exercise in nature for improved health and wellbeing, while raising vital funds for Beyond Blue’s Support Service. Get involved, and be part of something that truly makes a difference!

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February 13 marks the anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations, who continue to experience trauma because of government policies of child removal and assimilation policies. At Beyond Blue, we are committed to supporting the social and emotional wellbeing of First Nations Peoples, their families and their communities across Australia.
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As allies, it’s important to listen to and empathise with people in the LGBTIQ+ community, who experience higher rates of mental health distress due to discrimination and isolation. The more we understand, the better we can provide support.
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Social media is an big part of our lives, but it can have a negative impact on our mental health if we don’t use it mindfully. This Safer Internet Day, we're sharing a few ways you can make your social media space a bit safer for your mental health.
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At Beyond Blue we celebrate the strength, resilience and diversity of our LGBTIQ+ communities and recognise the disproportionately high rate of mental health challenges they face due to factors like discrimination and isolation. We all have a part to play in closing this gap and supporting the mental wellbeing of the LGBTIQ+ community.
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Join us for a 30 day journey to better your mental health by signing up to our Mental Health Mission. The mission is full of research backed strategies to help you get back to feeling like yourself, sooner. Beyond Blue is here for you before things get beyond you 💙

Sign up now at the link in our bio to start the challenge with us!
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The black Saturday bushfires of 2009 are etched in the memory of so many Australians. In this episode of Not Alone, Cliff shares his inspiring story of coming to terms with his trauma, and growing from it. Listen to the episode at the link in our bio.

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This website has been established to provide information about anxiety, depression and suicide to the Australian community. The website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should seek the advice of an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your own circumstances. You should not disregard professional medical advice, or delay seeking it, because of any information contained on this website.
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