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Mental health and wellbeing
Feeling a little anxious or stressed during your studies is normal and can actually help you to focus and get things done. On the other hand, too much stress or anxiety isn’t productive or healthy.
Life as a student can be challenging. On top of balancing home, study and work commitments the added stress of assessments and exams can sometimes take its toll.
Good mental health means you can appreciate day-to-day life, cope with stress, be actively involved in your studies, and manage your other responsibilities. If you maintain good mental health you’ll be better prepared to deal with change and challenges. More than just being healthy and happy, wellbeing is our ability to flourish and thrive. It's about having positive personal and professional relationships, experiencing personal growth, being motivated, and feeling good about your achievements. A strong sense of wellbeing contributes to good mental health.
Having a supportive environment also helps. As well as getting assistance from our Student Support Services when you need it, the below websites provide a range of helpful services that promote mental health and wellbeing.
Headspace
Visit headspace.org.au, eheadspace or call 1800 650 890 for early intervention mental health services for people up to 25 years old. Headspace covers four core areas: mental health, physical health, work and study support, and alcohol and other drug services.
ReachOut
ReachOut.com is Australia’s leading online mental health organisation for young people and their parents. Check them out for practical support, tools and tips to help young people get through anything — from everyday issues through to tough times.
Head to health
HeadtoHealth.gov.au is a mental health support service available for all ages and can help you find the information, resources, and services that most suit your needs. Whether you want to improve your overall sense of wellbeing, need help with something that's concerning you, or want to help someone you care about, Head to Health can help.
Emergency support
If life is in danger, you're worried you may harm yourself or someone else, or need emergency help for someone else in this situation, please call 000.
Other useful services include:
Lifeline 24/7 crisis support line – call 13 11 14 or chat online or TEXT 0477 131 114
Kids Helpline 24/7 telephone counselling support (for young people up to age 25) – call 1800 55 1800 or Web Chat Counselling
Sexual Assault Helpline call 1800 010 120 (7.30 am - 11.30 pm, 7 days)
DVConnect 24/7 Domestic Violence Helpline – call 1800 811 811
13YARN 24/7 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Crisis Support – call 13 92 76
Student support services
Our student support services are available for all of our students, making your learning experience just that little bit easier.
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