What help is available
When to seek professional Help:
If you..
- are unable to handle the intensity of what you are feeling or the physical sensations
- continue to feel numb or overly stressed
- feel like your emotions are not returning to ‘normal’
- have disturbed sleeping and eating patterns
- have no person or group with whom you can share your feelings and experiences
- find relationships with friends and family are suffering
It is important to share your feelings with someone you trust.
There are a number of health professionals and organisations that can help you
If you are experiencing symptoms of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety, there are a number of organisations that can provide help:
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PANDA Post and Antenatal Depression Association Inc |
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Tresillian 24 hour Parents Help Line Sydney (02) 9787 0855 or Free Call 1800 637 357 http://www.tresillian.net |
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Karitane Telephone support: 1300 227 464 Email support: Karitane.online@swsahs.nsw.gov.au http://www.karitane.com.au |
Other people you should consider contacting include your
- Early Childhood Health Centre
- GP
- Obstetrician
- Midwife
These health professionals listed above might refer you to a more specialised professional such as:
- counselor
- social worker
- psychologist
- psychiatrist
- social worker
Information sheet - Perinatal anxiety and depression, what does it actually mean & how to get help