Australia Mental Health And Addiction Resources
Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Australia Mental Health and Addiction Resources.
Discover a wide range of valuable links, helplines, support groups, treatment centers, and reliable information to support your mental well-being and overcome addiction challenges. Our curated selection of resources offers a holistic approach to address mental health concerns, providing you with the necessary support and guidance throughout your journey. Explore Australia's vast network of mental health and addiction services and take the first step towards a healthier and happier life
Addiction
- National Alcohol and Other Drug hotline: 1800 250 015
- Family Drug Support Australia Support Line for families dealing with drugs and alcohol: 1300 368 186
- 24-hour Alcohol and Drug Information Services (ADIS) in your state
- Quitline for help to stop smoking: 13 7848
- Gambling Help Online helpline: 1800 858 858
- Sane Helpline for those with addiction and mental health issues: 1800 187 263
- healthdirect 24-hour health advice: 1800 022 222
Mental Health
- healthdirect 24-hour health advice: 1800 022 222
- Sane Australia counselling support for mental health issues: 1800 187 263
- MensLine Australia for male mental health issues: 1300 78 99 78
- Kids Helpline for young people aged 5-25: 1800 55 1800
- Beyond Blue for young people: 1300 22 4636
- Mind mental health support: 1300 286 463
Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) contact
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation provides facts, resources and programs to help prevent alcohol and other drug harm in Australian communities.
Alcohol and Other Drugs Knowledge Centre contact
Visit this website for information and current research on reducing the harmful use of alcohol and other drugs in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
ASSIST contact
The ASSIST (alcohol, smoking and substance involvement screening test) is an easy-to-use tool that detects substance use and related problems. It asks 8 questions and takes about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.
Australian Drug Information Network (ADIN)
Use the ADIN website to find information on alcohol and other drugs, including treatment services.
Centre for Youth Substance Abuse Research (CYSAR)
CYSAR conducts research into how to prevent and treat substance misuse among young people. Find out how the work they do reduces the harm to young people from alcohol, tobacco and other drug misuse.
Cracks in the ice
Cracks in the ice provides information about ice (crystal methamphetamine) for community organisations to use at events and forums. Family and friends of people affected by ice can find help and support. There are also resources for use in schools and by health professionals.
DirectLine
Contact DirectLine for confidential alcohol and drug counselling and referral in Victoria Australia. The service is available 24/7 by phone or online.
Drug Aware
Contact Drug Aware's 24-hour alcohol and drug support line for help in Western Australia. Their website also provides information about drugs and their impact, and how to stay safe for young people.
Country WA
City WA
Drug Strategy contact
Contact the Drug Strategy team for information about our National Drug Strategy and help with any of its related resources.
Australian Government Department of Health
eheadspace contact
eheadspace is a national online and phone support service for young people between 12 and 25. It covers a wide range of topics and issues affecting mental health. Contact them online or by phone from 9am to 1am AEST, every day.
Family Drug Support (FDS)
Contact Family Drug Support (FDS) for help dealing with drug and alcohol use in your family. Their free national telephone support line is available 24/7 anywhere in Australia. They also provide support groups, education programs, counselling and bereavement services for families.
healthdirect hotline
Call this number to speak to a registered nurse about your health concerns. The hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Kids Helpline contact
Kids Helpline provides a free, private and confidential phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. The service is available 24 hours a day from anywhere in Australia.
Medicines Line
Contact Medicines Line on 1300 MEDICINE for information on prescription, over-the-counter and other medicines (including complementary medicines). Calls are answered by registered pharmacists. The service is available Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm AEST (excluding NSW public holidays).
1300 MEDICINE
Narcotics anonymous (NA)
To find an NA meeting close to you or for information about quitting or reducing drugs, contact NA or visit their website.
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline
You can call the Alcohol Drug Information Service (ADIS) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 250 015.
National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction (NCETA) contact
NCETA aims to help organisations and workers to better respond to problems related to alcohol and other drugs (AOD). Find out about their research into intervention programs for workplaces and effective workforce development.
National Clinical Centre for Research of Emerging Drugs (NCCRED)
NCCRED aim to find and share new treatments for ice (methamphetamine) and other emerging drugs. Find out how they bring together clinicians and researchers to detect and respond to new drug health problems.
National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) contact
NDARC conducts research into alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment. Find up-to-date information about AOD treatment options and how effective they are at reducing AOD-related harm.
National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) contact
NDRI conducts research that contributes to effective alcohol and other drug (AOD) policies, strategies and practices. Browse their latest publications and resources and read about their research programs.
National Medical Stockpile contact
Contact the National Medical Stockpile for information about accessing the Australian Government's strategic reserve of drugs, vaccines, antidotes and protective equipment for use in national health emergencies.
Australian Government Department of Health
Positive Choices contact
This website helps school communities to access accurate, up-to-date drug education resources and prevention programs.
Take Home Naloxone program contact
For more information about the Take Home Naloxone program.
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care