Round 5

Teammates matters: headspace message to the community

Teammates matter. That’s the message being issued by headspace Swan Hill at this year’s headspace Rounds for the Golden Rivers (April 29) and Central Murray (May 13) Football and Netball Leagues.

With just over half (53%) of young people experiencing mental health challenges on their own rather than speaking to someone, clubs are sharing the message that it is just as important to support your teammates off the field or court as it is on. After all, one of the best supports we have is each other!

If you or a young person you know is looking for support, headspace can help. We are not just a mental health service and can help point young people in the right direction and provide support before things get too hard.

To get in contact with the team:

Freecall: 1800 975 115
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Website: https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/swan-hill

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About Headspace Swan Hill

headspace Swan Hill delivers FREE youth-friendly servicesto young people aged 12-25, and is a part of an Australia–wide network of headspace centres, aimed to help young people and their families and friends. headspace Swan Hill provides early intervention services to encourage help seeking behaviour and avoid ongoing issues.

THE SEVEN TIPS FOR A HEALTHY HEADPSACE

  1. Close and connected relationships - Feeling connected to others is an essential part of being human. Spending time with friends, family and people in your community can really strengthen your mental health and wellbeing.
  2. Eat Well - A poor diet can make you feel sluggish, low and increase symptoms of depression and anxiety. But staying hydrated and having a healthy diet with a variety of fruit, veggies, nuts and wholegrains can actually improve mental health.
  3. Stay active - Staying active can help you to sleep better, manage stress and boost your mood. Find a way to keep active that you enjoy and incorporate this into your regular routine.
  4. Get enough sleep - Getting enough sleep is good for your brain and body. It improves your mood, sharpens your concentration and increases resilience.
  5. Cut back on alcohol and other drugs - Curbing the amount of alcohol and other drugs that you use (or avoiding alcohol and drugs altogether) will help you manage your emotions better and improve your wellbeing.
  6. Learn new ways to handle tough times - There are a lot of different strategies that can help you to manage difficult thoughts and feelings. Things like meditation, taking a digital detox, listening to music, spending time outdoors or writing things down are just a few ways that can help you handle challenging times.
  7. Get into life and do stuff that’s important to you - Keep doing the stuff you love to do and the things that are important to you. It can help keep the fun in your life, give you a sense of accomplishment and purpose, boost your confidence and help to connect with others.

Making an Appointment

It’s as simple as hopping on our website headspace. org.au/headspace-centres/swan-hill/ and completing a self-referral, or you can free call us on 1800 975 115, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. orjust drop in. You can also ask a friend, parent or other family member, friend, teacher, health worker or community agency to contact headspace for you. You will usually get to meet with one of our friendly staff face-to-face within two weeks.