Mental Health Access Line A 24 hour phone line for referral to mental health services in NSW: 1300 369 968
GROW Self-help groups for people with a mental health issues, based on the 12-step model. http://www.grow.net.au. Phone 02 6621 3737 for info about Northern NSW groups.
Mental Illness with Problematic Drug or Alcohol Use (MIDAS) An excellent site with information for, and about, people with a dual diagnosis. Includes links for treatment, training and research; also pdf info sheets. http://www.swsahs.nsw.gov.au/areaser/midas/default.asp
Mental Health Council of Australia (MHCA) The peak, national non-government organisation representing and promoting the interests of the Australian mental health sector. http://www.mhca.org.au.
SANE Australia A national charity working for a better life for people affected by mental illness - through campaigning, education and research. http://www.sane.org. FAQ about mental illness http://www.sane.org/philaform/sane_helpline.html. SANE helpline Phone 1800 187 263
Moodgym An interactive site, giving cognitive behavioural coping strategies. Although aimed at young people with depression, it can be beneficial for most people. http://www.moodgym.anu.edu.au
beyondblue A national, independent, not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders in Australia. A very good info site, including fact sheets on anti-depressants and other depression- related topics. http://www.beyondblue.org.au
Black Dog Institute An educational, research, clinical and community-oriented facility offering specialist expertise in mood disorders. It is attached to the Prince of Wales Hospital and affiliated with the University of NSW. Good site for info about depression and bipolar disorder. http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au
Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression (Crufad) Based at St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney, and affiliated with the University of NSW. Has a useful self-help section, as well as research and info for clinicians. http://www.crufad.org
