I am feeling...

    Anxious or stressed

    Everyone feels worried or stressed from time to time, but if those feelings don’t go away it may be a good idea to talk to a health professional or someone that you trust.


    Understanding anxiety and how it may affect you, as well as seeking help, could also make  you feel calmer and more balanced. 


    • Try this self help exercise

      When we worry our breathing quickens. This can speed up our heart rate and lead to further anxiety. 


      Taking slow deep breaths will help slow your heart rate and calm you down.


      Practise deep breathing

      Take a deep breath in and count to four as you inhale. Hold for two counts then slowly exhale for another four counts..


      Continue this for a total of five minutes and you will start to feel your heart rate slow down.


      For daily meditation and mindfulness exercises , visit Smiling Mind


    Learn more about understanding anxiety from Beyond Blue

    Beyond Blue

    Who can help me in the NT?

    If you are unsure about who to talk to or who can help, a good place to start is your local GP. If you live in a small town or community, your local health clinic or community service are the best places to go, as they can refer you to specialist support.

    • General Practitioner (GP) or doctor

      A good place to start is your local General Practitioner (GP), also known as a doctor.  Anxiety and stress can cause different physical symptoms as well as emotions and a GP can help provide advice or refer you to specialist support. 


      Find a GP near me

    • Remote health service

      If you live in a community without access to a GP clinic, you'll most likely have a health service in or near your community. This local service can support your health needs and may have Aboriginal health workers and nurses who can help you find the right support.


      Find a remote health service near me

    • Community based mental health services

      Community based mental health services support individuals and carers with emerging or present mental health issues. They can also help with issues of addiction, relationships, grief, domestic violence; and housing or financial hardship.


      Find a community based mental health service near me

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