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overwhelmed and can't cope

If you have ongoing stress that is affecting your day to day life and leading to you feel like you are overwhelmed and can't cope, speaking to a professional or learning more about things that can help to manage stress may be helpful.

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  • Find online or phone help

    There are a range of phone and online services that can provide support when you are feeling overwhelmed.


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  • Learn more about stress

    If you aren't ready to talk to someone and would like to learn more about strategies to help cope with stress 


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online and over the phone support

There are a range of phone and online services that can provide support when you are feeling overwhelmed.

  • this way up

    Stress management program. Free 4-lesson course to help tackle chronic feelings of stress and overwhelm.

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    MensLine Australia

    24/7 telephone and online support for men with emotional health and relationship concerns.


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    Beyond Blue Helpline

    HFree helpline that provides help and support via telephone (24/7) or web chat (11am - 12am)

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    This is Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Qualified counsellors at Kids Helpline are available via WebChat, phone or email anytime and for any reason.

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    Headspace

    Online & Phone Support

    Confidential, free and safe space to talk about what is going on for young people aged 12-25.

    Connect 1-on-1 from 9am - 1am, 7 days a week.

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    Beyond Blue

    Online Forums

    Online peer support forum. Share and learn from your peers and become part of an online community.

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    Not sure where to begin?

    Learn more about what mental health is, the different services available, things to expect when you see a doctor, and more.

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