Depression, Anxiety and Young People

Depression, Anxiety and Young People

Getting ready to see a GP: Tips for 18-24 year olds

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Family member Healthcare professional Parent

How to book, what to bring, what the GP might ask, and what a Mental Health treatment Plan is - all explained for young adults

Getting ready to see a GP: Tips for 13-17 year olds

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Family member Healthcare professional Parent

How to book, what to bring, what the GP might ask, and what a Mental Health treatment Plan is - all explained for teens.

Getting help for depression and anxiety: A guide for 18-24 year olds

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Family member Parent

What anxiety and depression feel like, when to get help, and what treatment options are available - written for young adults

Understanding anxiety and depression: A guide to getting support for 13-17 year olds

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Family member Parent

This guide is written for teens (13-17 years old). It talks about what anxiety and depression feel like, when to get help, and what treatment options are available.

Noticing the signs: Supporting young people’s mental health

Published: Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Family member Parent

A guide to treatment options including antidepressants, psychological therapies, and how to find the right support for your young person

Preparing to visit the GP with your young person: Tips for Parents and Carers

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Education Worker Family member Parent

The Black Dog Institute has created this guide to give parents and carers tips on what to expect at a GP appointment, what questions to ask and how to help your young person feel prepared and supported.

A Guide for Parents and Carers: Understanding treatment for depression and/or anxiety

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Family member Parent

Learn how to recognise when a young person may be struggling with their mental health, what signs to look out for, and where to get help

Minding your mental wellbeing: A guide for when you feel out of balance or overwhelmed

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Healthcare professional Parent

This decision aid is a guide to help you talk with your health professional when you feel overwhelmed and need support. It outlines: - where extra support is available - how to find support that works for you - what matters to you - how to create an action plan

Conversations with young people about mental health and treatment options: A toolkit for youth support professionals

Published: 2026 Depression, Anxiety and Young People Carer Consumer Education Worker

An evidence-based toolkit for youth support professionals working with young people (aged 13-24). It includes practical guidance on how to recognise mental health concerns, have supportive conversations and discuss treatment options.

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