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My adult child has had depression since about 8. It has always been an anxious time supporting him. As an adult not knowing when to travel to them or to get a welfare check when they are depressed. This has led to lots of anxiety on my part. Psychological
Hi, I'm new here, honestly don't know where else to turn. I spiralled into depression a year ago. Nothing seriously wrong with my life, I have a supportive husband, grown up children, friends, yet am struggling to cope .. tried antidepressants & couns
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First time poster here. my partner has c-ptsd ( among other things) and things have been really rough lately. They’re so scared all the time and get triggered into flashbacks so easily. They’re in therapy, and we communicate really well and have a fe
Hello Sane families I joined the forum to share and hear other families and lived experiences of people.Our 16 year old has bipolar the ride of supporting her and getting support has been exhausting and difficult. Firstly due to teen drug and al
Hi everyone, I just thought I would share some fantastic support services that are available in Victoria. If you are currently supporting someone with a mental health condition (family, friends, kin, all welcome), you can get free support from peer w
I have just joined Sane forums as I felt somewhat alone supporting my teen daughter with bioplar. Having been reading others honest sharing, I have felt touched by the honestly of life doesn't go to plan stories. I realised very quietly in
Hi there I’m new to this group . In a relationship with an amazing man - where do we start looking for offical diagnosis of adhd with I gather psychiatrist ? What supports are out there for him (and us) he has never been on medication but therapists
Seeking some advice for who I can call if my partner says he’s going to die by suicide (he is safe). My partner survived a suicide attempt 11 years ago and was diagnosed in hospital with bipolar, which he now manages with medication and therapy. His
I am seeking advice on how to handle a 'hoarding obsession'. My 50-year-old daughter has schizophrenia. She lives independently, which is good. But she has the unfortunate habit of collecting things and leaving them on the floor. She cannot see
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
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