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Do you think seeing a GP would be an option in my position?

verminNew Contributor11 Sept 2026, 1:36 pm AEST

Do you think seeing a GP would be an option in my position?

Hey crew, i'm just here reaching out to my community because I have a lot of stuff that I just want to get off my chest.. Nothing completely bad or traumatic.

Recently, i've found myself starting to slip back into the old habits that I used to have in highschool. I'm 21, with 2 jobs, and soon to be studying in October.

My most recent job has recently relocated, from my local area to 40+minutes away, and despite being grateful that I have a job, for the past 3 months my attendance has been extremely poor and finding the will to go to work has been a struggle. It has impacted me financially, socially, and mentally. I feel guilty all the time and extremely stuck on my ass. It also doesn't help that the people at this job have a really poor attitude and it's hard to get along with the people there. I love the work I do, but i'm conflicted in whether I need to leave because realistically it fits so well with my study times. I've been searching for something new, and have applied to so many other jobs in my local area but I haven't had a single reply or response.

I've had 5 jobs since i've graduated highschool because I've always worked 2 at a time, and have wanted to make more of a career progression. I thought to myself that since my study is only 6 months and ending next year before june, I would power through, and leave once my study is over so I could find something work/study related.

I'm not too sure, but at the moment all I know is that I get very anxious to get out of bed in the morning and end up just calling in. I fear that continuously doing this will eventually lead to being let go, which is totally understandable because at the end of the day, they have a business to run. I wonder if talking to a therapist or talking to a GP to discuss whether getting meds would be an option because at the moment I just feel really stuck and I'm not sure what to do. Obviously, i'm really in no financial position to see a therapist, so the GP is pretty much my only choice.

What do you suggest?

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AppleblossomSenior Contributor11 Sept 2026, 2:57 pm AEST

Re: Do you think seeing a GP would be an option in my position?

Work culture makes a huge difference to work satisfaction.... Sad that you consider medication, not sure what the union is like, or if it is relevant. Maybe the management is not up to snuff? I did a lot of work and study in different fields, but am a senior now, so it is a completely different terrain. I feel for the challenges of young people in this Mad Mad World.

Maybe try and stick it out, if poss, til you do graduate, and more options may become available. But no pressure. Yes, see a Gp.

Good luck with study and work

Apple

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Misty7Senior Contributor11 Sept 2026, 6:03 pm AEST

Re: Do you think seeing a GP would be an option in my position?

Hi @vermin,

Your mental health is important and it's really good that you have recognised that there might be an issue early on. Definitely see your GP it can't hurt. Describe your symptoms. Ask if there are any bulk billed psychologists you can see. You might find headspace useful as they offer free counselling and support for young people.https://headspace.org.au

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RoughDiamondNew Contributor12 Sept 2026, 8:58 am AEST

Re: Do you think seeing a GP would be an option in my position?

Absolutely it is worthwhile for you to see a GP. If nothing else, it is to show yourself that you are willing to take steps to better your situation. That creates good positive momentum. And taking the first step to building a support network, just like having a GP, is a wonderful way to know you do not have to do things alone.

If possible, take a moment to also recognise that working two jobs and balancing study is a challenge. And you can accept mentally that it is a challenge. If it were easy, everyone would do it. So, good on you for doing something that is going to improve things for you - even if it is hard.

Remember, a walk around the block or the park or anywhere near open space and greenery, will also do great things for helping put things into perspective. And it gives you the time to take a moment and breathe. You got this.

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