Accessing mental health services during COVID-19 pandemic

How can we access mental health services in Australia during COVID-19 pandemic?

Expenditure on mental health-related services in Australia continues to increase, new data shows Source: AAP

You can read this story in full in English at SBS Settlement Guide.

For more information about mental health initiatives visit: health.gov.au

For a directory of psychologists listed by language visit: psychology.org.au

To get support or for more information visit: beyondblue.org.au

If you or someone experience life threatening situation, and require urgent assistance you should call emergency number at 000.

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People in Australia must stay at least 1.5 metres away from others and gatherings are limited to two people unless you are with your family or household.

Currently there are COVID-19 clinics available across Australia for anyone to test if you are infected with coronavirus. If you believe you may have contracted the virus, call your doctor (don’t visit) or contact the national Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080. If you are struggling to breathe or experiencing a medical emergency, call 000.

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