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Grief and loss

Grief is a response to losing someone or something important. Find out about grief, how it affects different people, and when and where to get help.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that only appears at certain times of the year. Learn how treatment can make a difference.

Depression Program

Depression Program from This Way Up is an online program to learn practical strategies for managing persistent sadness, low mood and depression.

Depression

Depression is a common condition, affecting how you feel, think and act. It's often treatable and likely to improve with a doctor's support.

Depression in young people

Signs of depression in young people include changes in how they think, feel or behave, and physical changes. Get tips on how to seek help.

Depression in men

Men who experience depression may find it hard to discuss, because of societal pressures. Learn about how you can support a man with depression.

Grief before death – understanding anticipatory grief

Find out how to cope with the news that someone you care for has a terminal illness.

Mood disorders

Depression and bipolar disorder can make it hard to function in relationships or at work, but help is available. Learn more about mood disorders here.

Depression in children

If your child has symptoms of depression that affect the way they think feel and behave, seek professional help as soon as possible.

Managing mood swings

Mood swings are sudden changes in how you feel emotionally. Learn their causes, how to manage them, and when and how to seek help.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and social and emotional wellbeing

Many factors can affect social and emotional well-being. Read more on things that can help you feel strong and resilient and when to seek help.

Depression in women

Depression is a serious mental health condition affecting how you think, feel and behave. It is more common in women than men for a range of reasons.

Schizoaffective disorder

Schizoaffective disorder combines symptoms of a mood disorder and those of schizophrenia. Read on to learn more on symptoms, causes and treatments.

Natural disasters

How to prepare for, endure and recover from Australian natural disasters like bushfire, cyclone, flood and tsunami — with links to helpful resources.

Melancholia (melancholic depression)

Melancholia is a type of depression, sometimes referred to as melancholic depression. Read more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment here.

Mental illness

In any year, 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental illness. Here is information on causes and symptoms of mental illness, and where to get help.

Dopamine

Dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain with many roles. Imbalances are related to mental illness, addiction and Parkinson’s disease.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) affects thoughts and behaviours, making it difficult to cope. Explore symptoms, treatment and diagnosis.

Older people and mental health

Older people can have mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, which are often caused by triggers such as grief, loss or illness.

Premature and early menopause

Early menopause and premature menopause is when menopause happens before the age of 45 years. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments here.

Kids and mental health

Mental health problems affect a child’s emotions and behaviour, and can be worrying for them and their family. Discover signs and strategies to help.

Cyberbullies work together or alone and attack their victims using electronic means, such as email or social media. Learn how to recognise cyberbullying and access resources to help protect against cyberbullying.

Self-esteem and mental health

Self-esteem is your opinion of yourself. Find out the signs of low self-esteem and what you can do to improve your self-esteem and mental health.

Teenage mental health

Teenagers and adolescents can suffer from mental health issues as they experience new relationships, school, study or starting a new job.

Losing interest

Losing interest in things you once enjoyed can happen sometimes, but if it's ongoing it may be a sign of a mental health condition like depression.

Signs of mental health issues

Your mental health includes your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Learn to recognise signs of a mental health issue.

Charles Bonnet syndrome

People with Charles Bonnet syndrome experience visions (phantom images) but are mentally healthy. Learn more about living with the condition here.

Living with breast cancer

A breast cancer diagnosis can have a physical, emotional and practical impact on your life. Learn how to deal with the challenges of living with breast cancer.

Younger onset dementia

Younger onset dementia is the name given to dementia in people aged under 65 years. Learn what you need to think about with early onset dementia.

Organ transplants

Organ transplants involve removing an organ from a donor and putting it into someone who may be very ill or dying. Find out what's involved here.

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Search results for: "Sadness"

Life stage

Grief and loss

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

Depression Program

Depression

Depression in young people

Depression in men

Grief before death – understanding anticipatory grief

Mood disorders

Depression in children

Managing mood swings

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and social and emotional wellbeing

Depression in women

Schizoaffective disorder

Natural disasters

Melancholia (melancholic depression)

Mental illness

Dopamine

Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

Older people and mental health

Premature and early menopause

Kids and mental health

Cyberbullying

Self-esteem and mental health

Teenage mental health

Losing interest

Signs of mental health issues

Charles Bonnet syndrome

Living with breast cancer

Younger onset dementia

Organ transplants

Life stage

Grief and loss

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

Depression Program

Depression

Depression in young people

Depression in men

Grief before death – understanding anticipatory grief

Mood disorders

Depression in children

Managing mood swings

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and social and emotional wellbeing

Depression in women

Schizoaffective disorder

Natural disasters

Melancholia (melancholic depression)

Mental illness

Dopamine

Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

Older people and mental health

Premature and early menopause

Kids and mental health

Cyberbullying

Self-esteem and mental health

Teenage mental health

Losing interest

Signs of mental health issues

Charles Bonnet syndrome

Living with breast cancer

Younger onset dementia

Organ transplants

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