Mental Health

Mental health is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can engage in valued activity and is able to make a meaningful contribution to her or his community. A mental illness is a health problem that significantly affects how a person feels, thinks, behaves, and interacts with other people. Mental illnesses are of different types and severity. More commonly diagnosed mental illnesses include depression and anxiety.

A mental health problem also interferes with how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, but to a lesser extent than a mental illness. Mental health problems can include stress, grief and low mood. About one in five Australians will experience a mental illness, and most of us will experience a mental health problem at some time in our lives.

Sydney North Health Network has commissioned a range of services to assist people experiencing mental illness or a mental health problem. View the Commissioned Services Guide below to see what’s available.

For guidance or more information please speak to your GP or other Health Professional.