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“Not going too wellh
T PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) supports women, men and families across Australia affected by anxiety and depression during pregnancy and in the first year of parenthood. Call 1300 726 306, 9am-7:30pm AEST (Mon-Fri)
T Can you tell me more about what you are struggling with?
“Down in the dumpsh
T What does “down in the dumps” mean to you? How often do you have a low
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mood? Can you enjoy any of the things you used to enjoy before?
T Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services. Call 13 11 14, text on 0477 13 11 14 (12pm to midnight AEST) or chat online
“Uselessh
T You said you were feeling ‘useless’. Can you tell me what has led to you feeling that way T Do you feel useless frequently? (Consider mental health screening or referral as appropriate.)
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T Beyond Blue aims to increase awareness of depression and anxiety and reduce stigma. Call 1300 22 4636, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or email
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“Worthlessh
T MensLine Australia is a professional telephone and online counselling service offering support to Australian men. Call 1300 78 9978, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or organise a video chat
T Can you tell me what is going on that has led you to feel this way?
“Hopelessh
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T Can you see that anything will improve in the future? Are there any things you are still looking forward to?
T Suicide Call Back Service provides 24/7 support if you or someone you know is feeling suicidal. Call 1300 659 467
“I’ve had enough
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T Can you tell me more about the things you are struggling with T Have things been so bad that you have thought about harming yourself or others? If they say yes, consider a suicide risk assessment and/or high priority referral to relevant support services.
T RaisingChildren.net.au is an Australian parenting website that provides resources for fathers and all non-birthing parents
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“Pointless
T Can you tell me more about feeling things are pointless?
“Over it
T Do you feel this way about everything in your life or just parenting? Is there anything that helps you keep going?
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