Introduction
About This Resource
The authors have created Mental and Physical Health Dimensions as a straightforward and accessible resource for students pursuing health degrees in Australia. This text is designed to be user-friendly and focused on the Australian context, ensuring relevance for readers in local healthcare settings.
Structured into manageable sections, the resource provides meaningful depth while allowing readers to engage with content most relevant to their learning needs. Importantly, it emphasises the vital connections between mental and physical health, reinforcing the idea that well-being is holistic and deeply interconnected.
Mental Health Support Services
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, help is available. Below are key Australian mental health helplines and resources:
Emergency Support
- Lifeline Australia – 📞 13 11 14 | 🔗 www.lifeline.org.au
- Beyond Blue – 📞 1300 22 4636 | 🔗 www.beyondblue.org.au
- Suicide Call Back Service – 📞 1300 659 467 | 🔗 www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au
- Kids Helpline (for young people) – 📞 1800 55 1800 | 🔗 www.kidshelpline.com.au
- MensLine Australia – 📞 1300 78 99 78 | 🔗 www.mensline.org.au
- SANE Australia – 📞 1800 18 7263 | 🔗 www.sane.org
In Urgent Situations
For immediate crises, call 000 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department.
