For crisis support call Lifeline on 13 11 14, MH Call 1300 642 255 or in an emergency call 000
Everybody feels down or sad at times. It’s important to seek help if these feelings are not going away.
Sharing these feelings and concerns openly gives your GP as much information as possible to help you get the support you need.
A good GP can:
Before consulting a GP, it's important to ask the receptionist to book a longer or double appointment so there's plenty of time to discuss the situation without feeling rushed. If you aren't able to make a longer appointment, it's a good idea to raise the issue early in the consultation so there is plenty of time to discuss it.
Ideally, you should consult your regular GP or another GP in the same clinic because medical information is shared within a practice.
(Adapted from Beyond Blue)
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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
Brisbane North PHN wishes to acknowledge the experience and expertise of the My Mental Health Steering Committee, delegates of the Peer Participation in Mental Health Services (PPIMS) network and health professionals in developing the My Mental Health Website.
