Depression and anxiety can affect people’s thoughts, mood, behaviour and physical health.
They are common illnesses - around one million Australian adults have depression and two million have an anxiety disorder.
If it’s not you, it could be someone you know.
People with depression and anxiety need to talk to a doctor or other health professional to get appropriate treatment.
beyondblue CEO Dr Nicole Highet encourages everyone to make an effort during Mental Health Week to help break down the stigma associated with depression and anxiety.
"Mental Health Week is a national awareness event, held every October and incorporates World Mental Health Day (Monday 10 October).
“During Mental Health Week, we are asking everyone - individuals, community groups, schools and workplaces - to help raise awareness of depression and anxiety, and reduce the associated stigma.
"beyondblue information materials can be displayed in workplaces, schools or community centres during Mental Health Week and can be ordered via the beyondblue website,” Dr Highet said.
Get the facts about depression and anxiety at www.beyondblue.org.au or call 1300 22 4636.
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