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ReachOut.com

Vision and mission

ReachOut is guided by a clear vision: better mental health and wellbeing for all young people.

How ReachOut can help

Anonymous and confidential, ReachOut is a safe place where young people can openly express themselves, get a deeper understanding and perspective on what’s happening in their lives, connect with people who will provide judgement-free support, and build the resilience to manage their challenges now and in the future.

Designed with — and specifically for — young people, ReachOut is 100 per cent online, anonymous, and confidential, and lets young people connect on their terms. From one-to-one peer support and moderated online communities, to tips, stories and resources, ReachOut offers a wide range of support options that allow young people to engage in the ways they want to, when they want to.

ReachOut Parents provides accessible online information and resources covering a range of topics that are most relevant to teenagers aged 12–18. Parents and carers can also join the free anonymous online community to discuss issues that are on their mind, and receive peer support from moderators and other parents who’ve been there before. For more tailored support, parents and carers can access free phone-based coaching sessions with parenting experts, to build the confidence and practical skills needed to support teenagers through tough times.

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Last reviewed: December 2023

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Mental health issues | ReachOut Australia

Feeling sad, stressed, angry or anxious are all normal emotions, it is important however to find out what's going on and what you can do about it.

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Anxiety | Types, Causes & Management | ReachOut Australia

Everyone has anxiety at some point in their life. Learn about different types of anxiety to help you manage your own levels of anxiety.

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Bipolar disorder | ReachOut Australia

Severe mood swings make normal day to day living feel impossible. But with the right treatment and support, living with bipolar disorder is manageable.

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Eating disorders | ReachOut Australia

Eating disorders can affect anyone of any age, male or female. Eating disorders are a psychological thing and the best thing you can do is talk to someone about it.

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Personality disorders | ReachOut Australia

People with personality disorders tend to think and behave more extremely than those around them, and find it difficult to adapt to or change their views and feelings.

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Professional help | ReachOut Australia

Mental health professionals have trained for years to help people. When you're going through a tough situation, it helps to have someone in your corner who knows what to do.

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Psychotic disorders | ReachOut Australia

People with psychosis have trouble interpreting what's going on around them. They may have confused thoughts, false beliefs, delusions or hallucinations.

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Strategies for building healthy habits & breaking bad habits

Breaking a bad habit may take work, but it is possible. Cigarettes, caffeine, even negative thinking - changing these involves retraining your brain.

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Relationships | Understanding different relationships

Every relationship, no matter how strong or stressful, has its ups and downs. We take a look at some of those challenges and the best ways to handle them.

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Family relationships, tension, coping and communication

While we can't choose our family, we do have options in how we manage our relationships with family members. Find out how to deal with family conflict.

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