• Stress and Anxiety

     

    Managing Stress and Anxiety 

    Most people feel stressed or anxious now and then. However, when anxious feelings occur for no apparent reason, don’t go away or start affecting our ability to cope with everyday tasks, then it may be the sign of an anxiety condition. Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia. 

    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

    Helpful video resources:

    Practical tips for dealing with anxiety

    Click on the following links for information and help to manage anxiety: 

    Types of anxiety

    How to manage anxiety

     Services providing other forms of support for stress and anxiety 

    Reachout

     eHeadspace

    Services provided online or via an app on your phone, for stress and anxiety. 

    moodgym  

    • An interactive self-help book which helps to learn and practise skills managing symptoms of depression and anxiety.

    moodmission 

    • A free app to assist with feelings of depression and anxiety.