Just like physical health, we also have mental health. According to the World Health Organization, mental health is “a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.”
Keeping our mind healthy is something we should do on a daily basis. It is an important part of your overall health to be able to function well, have meaningful social connections, positive self-esteem and the ability to cope with change.
There are a number of ways you can stay mentally healthy, including:
- keeping active and busy - with sport, art, music, handwork, volunteering etc
- eating well
- sleeping well
- connecting with your community, family and friends
- talking about your feelings
We all have ups and downs, times when we feel great and times when we feel we are struggling. This is normal. However, sometimes issues with our mental health can develop.
Learn more about the different types of mental health issues, or suicide prevention below.
Services
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS): Provides mental health programs to infants, children, and young people, including community, specialized, and hospital-based programs. For urgent mental health help or advice, call CAMHS Crisis Connect at 1800 048 636, available 24/7.
- headspace: A national organization with centers across Western Australia, offering support for mental health, physical and sexual health, alcohol or drug use, and work and study issues for young people aged 12-25.
- Youth Focus: A for-purpose organization that provides a range of mental health services to young people in Western Australia, aiming to create brighter futures.
- HelpingMinds: Offers free youth mental health support services and programs designed to be fun, informative, and empowering for young people dealing with mental health challenges within their families.
- YouthLink: A specialist mental health service offering counseling, therapy, and case management to young people aged 13-24 in the north metropolitan area who face significant mental health problems and barriers to accessing mainstream services.
- Here for you: The support line is for anyone seeking help for their own or someone else’s mental health, alcohol and or other drug related challenges. 08 9442 5000
- Lifeline 13 11 14
