Anxiety
Comprehensive Support for Managing Your Journey
Navigating Life
Where is Your Anxiety Taking You?
Excessive worrying
Constantly anticipating the worst, even when there's little or no reason to do so.
Sleep disturbances
Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or having unsatisfying sleep.
Muscle tension
Experiencing frequent tightness or discomfort in your muscles.
Restlessness
An inability to relax, feeling jittery or constantly alert.
Difficulty concentrating
Struggling to focus, finding your mind goes blank.
Irritability
Becoming easily frustrated or annoyed.
Fatigue
Feeling extremely tired, even after adequate rest.
Take control
Use our resources below to help take back control of your anxiety.
Resources
Content Available to You
Explore a range of resources on anxiety, including self-tests, information on causes, signs, symptoms, treatments, and support options to help you understand and manage anxiety effectively.
Take the Anxiety Self-Test
The Anxiety Self-Test from the Black Dog Institute is a brief questionnaire designed to help you understand the likelihood that you might have an anxiety disorder.
The self-test is a useful tool to gain insight into your anxiety and decide if you should seek further professional help.
- Unsure of Symptoms
- Want to know why you're feeling this way
- Deciding if/when to seek help
- Curiosity
Fact Sheets
Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Fact Sheet
The Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Fact Sheet from the Black Dog Institute provides an overview of common anxiety symptoms, types of anxiety disorders, and when anxiety might become a problem.
- Gain insight into what anxiety looks like and how it manifests in different forms.
- Recognise both psychological and physical symptoms that might indicate an anxiety disorder.
- Learn when anxiety becomes a problem and the importance of seeking professional support if it interferes with daily life.
Seeking Help for Anxiety Fact Sheet
The Seeking Help for Anxiety Fact Sheet from the Black Dog Institute provides information on why it’s important to seek help for anxiety, who to talk to, and the treatment options available.
- Learn why addressing anxiety is crucial for your overall wellbeing.
- Discover who to talk to and how to find professional help.
- Gain insights into various treatments, including psychological therapies, medications, and self-help strategies.
Webpages
Understanding anxiety – Black Dog Institute
The Anxiety section on the Black Dog Institute website provides comprehensive information and resources about anxiety disorders.It covers understanding anxiety, its causes, signs and symptoms, and various treatment options.
The section also includes downloadable fact sheets, personal stories from individuals who have experienced anxiety, and links to online tools and apps designed to help manage anxiety.
Anxiety Causes – Black Dog Institute
Signs & symptoms of anxiety – Black Dog Institute
Anxiety Treatment – Black Dog Institute
Anxiety Help & Support – Black Dog Institute
Learning Hub – This Way Up
Online Programs
Anxiety and Depression Program – This Way Up
Learn practical strategies for managing persistent low mood and worry with This Way Up‘s clinically-proven online treatment program for depression and anxiety.
Generalised Anxiety Program – This Way Up
Social Anxiety Program – This Way Up
Panic Program – This Way Up
Health Anxiety Program – This Way Up
Learn practical strategies for managing excessive worry about health with This Way Up‘s clinically-proven online program for health anxiety.
Mindfulness-Enhanced CBT Program – This Way Up
Learn mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) strategies for managing symptoms of anxiety and depression with This Way Up‘s clinically-proven online treatment program.
Moodgym Training Program – moodgym
moodgym is like an interactive self-help book which helps you to learn and practise skills which can help to prevent and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Mental Health Online Program – e-couch
e-couch offers five programs: Depression, Anxiety & Worry, Social Anxiety, Divorce & Separation and Loss & Bereavement.
Each program includes a comprehensive information module, as well as self-help modules with interactive exercises and workbooks which teach evidence-based strategies. e-couch offers five programs: Depression, Anxiety & Worry, Social Anxiety, Divorce & Separation and Loss & Bereavement.
More Things on the Horizon
We’re committed to supporting you on your health journey every step of the way. As we continue to expand our offerings, you can look forward to a wealth of new, engaging resources designed to empower, inform, and inspire.
From cutting-edge health insights and interactive tools to expert advice and personal stories, our goal is to provide you with all the information you need to make well-informed decisions about your health and wellbeing. Stay connected with us, and together, let’s take strides towards a healthier and happier you.