Rural life has its own pressures
Distance, drought and seasonal work, financial strain and long hours can all affect wellbeing. It is common to feel stressed or low at times, and support is available.
Small steps that help
- Stay connected with friends, family and community groups
- Keep regular sleep and meal routines
- Move your body, even with a short walk
- Limit alcohol
- Talk to someone you trust
How your GP can help
Your GP can talk through how you are feeling and, if it would help, prepare a mental health care plan. This can give you access to Medicare rebates for sessions with a psychologist or other mental health professional. Book a longer appointment for a care plan.
Support any time
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
- MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
- In an emergency, call 000
Costs
Mental health care plans and GP consults are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Talk to a GP
For advice about your own health, book a GP consult. GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Book an appointmentArticles in the Warwick Doctors Health Journal are prepared by the Warwick Doctors team for general information only. They are not written or reviewed by a GP and are not medical advice. Please talk to your GP about your own health. In an emergency, call 000.
Related service: Mental health care
