Resources
Recommended external resources
Explore external online mental health resources recommended by counsellors.
Ask Counselling
Ask Counselling is an online tool for University of Melbourne students with personal questions about psychological and emotional issues.
Question of the week: Anxiety about novel coronavirus situation
I'm in China currently and I don't know when I can get back to Australia. I'm worried about how this will affect my studies... I feel extremely anxious... I don't know what I should do.
ReachOut NextStep
ReachOut NextStep recommends online and in-person support services based on your situation and needs. Recommendations are tailored for 18 – 25 year olds, however they may still be helpful to those outside of this age range.
Other resources
Explore other resources offered by Counselling and Psychological Services, including tip sheets and guided exercises.
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Mental health problems
Tip sheets on common mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and self-harm.
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Study-related issues
Information on how to cope with psychological issues which may be affecting your studies, including stress management and motivation to study.
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Relationships
Find out how to make the most out of your relationships at uni or manage relationship issues.
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Life transitions
Get advice on how to handle big transitions in your life, from adjusting to life at University to grief and loss.
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Wellbeing
Tip sheets on wellbeing, including self-care, getting better sleep and dealing with anger.
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Addictive behaviours
Advice about how to deal with or help others with addictive behaviours such as drug, alcohol or gambling addiction.
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Trauma
Information and advice on how to cope with and respond to traumatic life events.
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Guided exercises
Access a range of guided mental health and wellbeing exercises, with accompanying audio files.