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Wayahead Mental Health Association NSW

Wayahead Mental Health Association NSW

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Wayahead Mental Health Association NSW (Wayahead) participate in the development of mental health initiatives which result in increased community awareness and knowledge of mental health issues.

Wayahead run free information services such as the Mental Health Information Line (1300 794 991) and the Wayahead Directory online directory of mental health services.

Wayahead provide support for anxiety disorders through their Understanding Anxiety website which includes anxiety support groups and the Anxiety Disorders Support Line (1300 794 991).

They provide free mental health education through Understanding Anxiety forums, Small Steps seminars for primary school teachers and parents, and through the Wayahead websites and fact sheets.

Wayahead also promote better mental wellbeing and prevention through the following programs:
  • October's Mental Health Month
  • Wayahead Workplaces Network
  • Mental Health Matters Awards
  • Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week

Recommended links

  • Wayahead programs
  • Understanding Anxiety
  • Mental health information phone lines
  • Wayahead online directory of mental health services
  • Forums

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