Learn about mental health

In Australia, around 1 in 2 people will struggle with their mental health during their lifetime.

Learning about mental health will help you look after your social and emotional wellbeing. It will also help you support people close to you.

It's important to get support early if you're feeling unsettled or struggling. We've got information and resources about the signs and symptoms to watch out for and where to find support.

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What is mental health?

We've developed a mental health continuum to help you understand and talk about social and emotional wellbeing.

A diagram of the mental health continuum: healthy, unsettled, struggling, in crisis, healing, healthy

It can also help you decide what steps to take to look after your mental health right now.

What is mental health?

Looking after your mental health

Staying well is about finding a balance that works for you. Things that can help include:

  • Getting good quality sleep

  • Keeping active

  • Eating well

  • Establishing a healthy routine

  • Connecting with others

  • Taking action early if you're feeling unsettled

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