Taking care of yourself and others during isolation
These are difficult times for everyone and we know that lots of you will be struggling. Whether it is with your mental health, staying on top of classwork, looking after your family or just staying positive whilst stuck at home. There are lots of resources out there, including asking for help through the Student Services request form.
Here is a list of some great websites and supports you can access below. We have added links to Covid-19 specific information and supports. This list will be updated whenever we get more resources.
Headspace
Headspace is an all-around great resource. The below links take you to specific parts of their website relating to Covid-19 issues.
https://headspace.org.au/young-people/how-to-cope-with-stress-related-to-covid-19/
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is another great resource for all things mental health and wellbeing. The below links talk specifically about Covid-19 related issues.
https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/covid19-supporting-australians-overseas
Kids Help Line
You all know how fantastic Kids Help Line is, but did you know they have a great website with so many different wellbeing and mental health supports?! Here is some links to isolation and Covid-19 specific information from Kids Help Line.
https://kidshelpline.com.au/teens/issues/covid-19-quarantine-isolation-and-lockdown
https://kidshelpline.com.au/teens/issues/covid-19-anxious-about-health
https://kidshelpline.com.au/teens/issues/covid-19-my-parents-lost-their-jobs
Reach Out
Reach Out is one of the best online mental health and wellbeing platforms. Here is a link to Covid-19 specific information:
https://au.reachout.com/explore-articles?page=1&tags=Coronavirus%20support,