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grief and trauma
Grief is the natural emotional response to the loss of someone close, such as a family member or friend. Grief can also occur after a serious illness, a divorce or other significant losses.
Traumatic experiences can overwhelm our minds and bodies and impact our daily lives, however everyone’s reactions to trauma will be different.
These feelings can be overwhelming. There is help available.
Learn more about understanding grief and loss from healthdirect
online and over the phone support
Find online support options, phone lines and information that can help support you.
griefline
Confidential telephone support from 6am - midnight, 7 days a week. Online forums and resources to support you.
e-couch loss & bereavement program
Free online program to support people who have recently lost someone they care about.
blue knot helpline
Short term phone counselling support for adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse. 9am - 5pm, 7 days a week.
MindSpot ptsd Course
Program to support adults aged 18 and over to manage symptoms resulting from experiencing a traumatic event.
beyond blue ptsd and trauma forum
Moderated, online peer support forum for discussion of PTSD, domestic abuse, sexual abuse and other traumatic life events.
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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Learn more online
If you’re noticing significant changes in your mood, thoughts, and behaviour, connecting with information online to understand your condition can help you take care of your mental health.
List of Services
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Blue Knot FoundationList Item 4
Fact sheets for people affected by complex childhood trauma and abuse.
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Griefline WebsiteList Item 3
Grief and loss resources and information, wellbeing practices and coping strategies.
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headspaceList Item 2
Dealing with grief and trauma and its effects on mental health, information for people aged 12-25.
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Beyond Blue
Grief and loss information page
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Head to HealthList Item 1
Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations .
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