Johanna Griggs Instagram – How long, on average, would you say most of us delay seeking support for our mental health? Two years? Five? Six?
The answer, based on research, is closer to 11 years from the time issues start to emerge. Over that period, a small problem could become a big one. And people endure distress they need not.
Almost one third of us will experience an anxiety condition in our lifetime. One in 7 of us will experience depression. Barely half will get support.
Beyond Blue is working to change this. We’re focusing on helping people understand the signs of anxiety and depression early, so they get support earlier, before things snowball or reach crisis point.
Beyond Blue has started a new push to help people understand the value of addressing their mental health concerns early.
And we’re reminding people that Beyond Blue has range of free, effective, and confidential supports and services that operate around the clock.
We’re grateful to the members of our lived experience community, Blue Voices, who helped us describe and design the words and feelings you hear and see here.
Before things get beyond you, there’s Beyond Blue. 💙💙💙💙💙 | Posted on 08/Aug/2024 08:49:24
