Struggling and want help feeling better?

If you’re struggling with anxiety or depression or are just having problems coping, you’re not alone. One in four of us will have problems with our mental health at some point in our lives. The first stop should be your doctor, where you can find out which therapies and treatments are available to you. They will be able to direct you to the appropriate treatment.

Don’t feel worried about going – your doctor is there to help with your mental as well as your physical health. Most doctors see people every day who are feeling anxious, depressed or are having problems coping and want someone to talk to. In order to help, your doctor will try to find out what’s bothering you. It could be anything from work stress and anxiety to relationship problems, finances or living with a chronic illness.

Types of support available to you

We encourage you to check with local health care providers and or health authorities for options in treating mental health concerns.

It is perfectly okay to ask for help

Counselling

Anyone can ask their doctor for talking therapy.
Exactly what kind of therapy you will be referred to will depend on what the problem is.

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Specialist Care

More serious mental health problems such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia require specialist care, and you will be referred to a psychiatrist for help.

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Emergency Room

In an emergency, if your local health care provider or clinic is closed, go to your nearest hospital and ask to see the psychiatrist on duty.

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Medications

If you and your doctor agree that you would benefit from medication for your well-being, there are various options that can be of help to you.

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The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation, but your thoughts about it.

Eckhart Tolle