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Depression
Monash University
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The organisations listed below can assist you with depression.
Mind Australia
- Provides information, support and contact details for carers, family and friends of someone with a mental illness
Telephone 9810 9300
9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday
headspace
- Youth health service for anyone 12–25 years old. Provides youth-specific, youth-friendly, free/low cost services
- Services include counsellors, doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, alcohol and drug workers, family support and links to vocational support
- Services vary at different centres. Check the website for details
9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday
See the website for your nearest centre: www.headspace.org.au
Beyond Blue
- Information and referral services for depression and anxiety
- No counselling available on this number, however excellent resources are available on the website
1300 22 4636
7am – 10pm, Monday – Friday