Learn about mental health
In Australia, around 1 in 2 people will struggle with their mental health during their lifetime.
There is always support available, regardless of where you’re at in your mental health journey. If you’re feeling unsettled or things don’t feel quite right, reaching out early makes a big difference.
Learning more about mental health can help you understand what you’re feeling and look after your wellbeing. It can also help you support the people close to you.
What is mental health?
Mental health shapes how we think, feel and act each day. It also affects our relationships, work and study. When we’re feeling steady and supported, it’s easier to be present with our family, friends and community.
Looking after your social and emotional wellbeing is just as important as caring for your body.
We’ve created a simple mental health continuum to help you understand how mental health can shift over time, and what steps to take to look after your mental health right now.
Build your understanding of mental health
Talk to a counsellor
Our qualified mental health counsellors are ready to listen to you any time of day or night. Get free, confidential telephone counselling (local call costs apply).
Connect with your online peer support community
Over 50,000 posts in our online community discuss how people just like you manage and look after their mental health and wellbeing.
Find a mental health professional
Looking for ongoing mental health services? We explain what different mental health professionals do and how to find one near you.
National mental health helplines and support groups
Reach out to these mental health helplines and support groups for mental health. They're free for everyone in Australia.
Mental health information in your language
Explore mental health resources in easy English, simplified and traditional Chinese, Arabic, Vietnamese and Punjabi.
Find support through fact sheets, videos, and helpful links.
Download the PACE: Daily wellbeing app
We designed the PACE: Daily wellbeing app to help you quickly and easily build daily habits that support your mental health.
- A handy app to support your everyday wellbeing
- Helps you build habits that feel good and stick
- Always there when you need it