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Sophie_M Meet your community champions!
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Hi everyone, We wanted to share with you the way that our wonderful Community Champions are here to support you. You may have noticed that a few of our Forums members are labelled ‘Community Champion’. Community Champions are volunteers within the Be... View more

Hi everyone, We wanted to share with you the way that our wonderful Community Champions are here to support you. You may have noticed that a few of our Forums members are labelled ‘Community Champion’. Community Champions are volunteers within the Beyond Blue Forums who: have the time, skills and empathy to support other members regularly; help to welcome new members; are actively engaged members that help set the tone of our community. Our Community Champions are regular contributors to many conversations across the forums. They are a consistent and friendly voice that have committed to sharing their experience and expertise with this community. They are not health care professionals or clinicians. Like you, they have an experience with a mental health challenge or diagnosis – either for themselves or someone they care for. This forum is for people who understand what it feels like and have a lived and living experience of mental health challenges. Our Community Champions help everyone feel comfortable and confident by demonstrating what excellent peer support is all about. Click here to find out more about how you can become a Community Champion! This incredible team are excited to introduce themselves below, and we are sure you’ll see them around the forums in conversations important to you.

Aaronsis HELP..Am I posting in the right section?
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Welcome to those who are considering posting for the very first time, welcome. Thought I would repost part of the words that Chris B posted awhile ago, (2014) as I can hear that people are unsure if they are posting in the right section or worried th... View more

Welcome to those who are considering posting for the very first time, welcome. Thought I would repost part of the words that Chris B posted awhile ago, (2014) as I can hear that people are unsure if they are posting in the right section or worried that they are posting "the wrong thing". 1.A good title makes the difference Just like a headline in a newspaper, when scanning the dozens of threads to click into, it’s only natural that people will choose the ones that resonate with them most. A title that entices the reader, or asks a question, is likely to get a better result than something non-descriptive like “Depression” or “I don't know what to do”. If you think you’re not good at choosing titles, leave it till last. Spend time writing your post, then perhaps choose a sentence from what you’ve written as the title. 2.Join in threads that have already been posted We all have our own unique stories, but part of the reason for joining a forum like this one is because you know that you will have a lot in common with others who are posting. Before starting a new thread, have a look through the current topics being discussed and see if there’s a conversation you can join in with. It can be quite common to have a handful of very similar threads happening at any one time, with members seemingly unaware that there are others right there who are going through the same thing. Talking to other members on their threads is a great way of getting yourself known so that when you post a thread of your own, people may respond quicker because they recognize your name. 3.Choose the most appropriate section for your post Many people browse the forums looking for stories specifically to do with pregnancy and parenting, employment, grief, loss, separation etc. Going straight for the “Depression” section may seem like the easiest option, but this section is often the busiest, so your post is more likely to get lost among the threads. Making good use of the different forum sections not only helps keep the forum relevant, but you’re more likely to find others who are going through the same experiences as you. Also, if you're wanting to discuss issues of trauma, abuse, suicidal thoughts or self-harm, it's really important you post in the designated section to avoid triggering others who may not wish to read about these topics. Mostly..just come and chat, we are here for you. Our amazing wizards in the background will see your message ends up in the right spot. Sarah

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Poppy_Pete I'm not new I'm old
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G'day everyone, I looked up this site to help my oldest friend. He is 82 and his mind is playing tricks on him. I also discovered I am in need of help, I realised I have problems of my own that can and have been quite serious for most of my life. Ok ... View more

G'day everyone, I looked up this site to help my oldest friend. He is 82 and his mind is playing tricks on him. I also discovered I am in need of help, I realised I have problems of my own that can and have been quite serious for most of my life. Ok so I am 72 with a wonderful wife lovely pets and a a few friends. So why should I be depressed/anxious.

Matuse Lost
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Hi all , I've just joined as I am so depressed and don't know what to do about my situation. I'm injured and not getting any Centerlink help at all. I've just done 6 months jail for driving charges ( first time inside) and all I had was stolen whilst... View more

Hi all , I've just joined as I am so depressed and don't know what to do about my situation. I'm injured and not getting any Centerlink help at all. I've just done 6 months jail for driving charges ( first time inside) and all I had was stolen whilst I was locked up, I have no licence till 2042 and can't find a job. I have 3 daughters that live with their mum and miss being with them so much that I cry several times a day. That's enough for now

OIC PND with a two year old
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A quick intro and request for directions! I have a gorgeous two year old but I have been struggling with PND most of that time. i have just had a "flare-up" and I am wanting to connect with some mums in the same boat. If anyone could direct me to a t... View more

A quick intro and request for directions! I have a gorgeous two year old but I have been struggling with PND most of that time. i have just had a "flare-up" and I am wanting to connect with some mums in the same boat. If anyone could direct me to a thread about PND that would be great, especially if there is a more specific thread for older children rather than newborns. TIA

ABC17 Finally learning that Depression is
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Not my fault, a work in progress. It has been a rough few years. I finally found a supportive and very patient team. I am not near the end, but have progressed from the scared and scarred clammed shell I fell into the illness at the beginning. I coul... View more

Not my fault, a work in progress. It has been a rough few years. I finally found a supportive and very patient team. I am not near the end, but have progressed from the scared and scarred clammed shell I fell into the illness at the beginning. I could never have written this...what I want is to know what helped others. Beside a professional team I am in this solo, I hope to find a supportive community.

Jd4343 Jd
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Hi I new to the website and forums. I'm a little uneasy about everything I write on here

Hi I new to the website and forums. I'm a little uneasy about everything I write on here

Detsta Feel like im going nuts
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Hi im 53 i have depression anxiety and ocd..i wrote a lot more but it wouldnt post

Hi im 53 i have depression anxiety and ocd..i wrote a lot more but it wouldnt post

Stormy1 New Here and quite alone
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Hi Everyone, I hope there are others out there to talk to, well I know there are, but I seem to have a hard time finding them. I'm Stormy, I have a rather complex diagnosis, so I won't get into that right away. I am currently in Tasmania and am worki... View more

Hi Everyone, I hope there are others out there to talk to, well I know there are, but I seem to have a hard time finding them. I'm Stormy, I have a rather complex diagnosis, so I won't get into that right away. I am currently in Tasmania and am working with a psychologist and social worker now to move back to the US. (Long story) After 15 months of being here I only recently found out about services available (I am remote) because my GP never told me about them. I found out about Beyond Blue from my psychologist and am hoping to connect here and not only receive some support, but to offer some as well. Sorry, can't think of much else right now. Just feeling really lost and alone, life no one really listens to what I am saying.

Newlife_ There are people out there so I believe
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Hi, I haven't been confident enough to leave my house for many months now. I believe there are people in the outside world I could connect with, so I guess I could maybe start here, behind a screen, for starters. I have Bipolar and BPD, and social an... View more

Hi, I haven't been confident enough to leave my house for many months now. I believe there are people in the outside world I could connect with, so I guess I could maybe start here, behind a screen, for starters. I have Bipolar and BPD, and social anxiety. I will probably not be an asset but I hope I can, from my own experiences in life, maybe offer some helpful words to someone. Anyway, That's me.

Sunshine_M Any mothers with PND with toddler
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Hi, i'm new here, I'm a mum with a three year old suffering from pnd and would like to find a support group for this...

Hi, i'm new here, I'm a mum with a three year old suffering from pnd and would like to find a support group for this...

rhys88 What is the meaning to it all
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life is an utter and complete lie everything that we've know all our lives is just a fabrication created by ourselves to distract us from the ultimate truth that life is nothing more than a meaningless joke. I don't understand how you're supposed to ... View more

life is an utter and complete lie everything that we've know all our lives is just a fabrication created by ourselves to distract us from the ultimate truth that life is nothing more than a meaningless joke. I don't understand how you're supposed to live knowing that everything you do doesn't really contribute to anything.