Student Wellbeing Centre

Dealing with Depression 

We all feel sad and gloomy at times, however some people experience these feelings intensely, for long periods of time (weeks, months or even years) and sometimes for no apparent reason. Depression isn’t just feeling down now and then– it's a serious condition that affects your physical and mental health.  

If you are struggling with feelings of ongoing depression, it is important that you seek help ASAP.  A GP can provide appropriate advice, strategies and medication (if needed). A GP can also provide you with a Mental Health Plan which lets you claim up to 10 sessions with a psychologist or mental health social worker each calendar year: If they bulk bill you won’t have to pay anything. Or you will be charged the Medicare gap which is normally a lot cheaper than the full fee. https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/subjects/whats-covered-medicare/mental-health-care-and-medicare 

Click on the following links for further information and help about coping with depression: 

Signs and Symptoms of Depression

Learning Coping Skills for Depression 

Online support for depression