Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic or life-threatening event. It can involve ongoing feelings of fear, stress or distress, even after the event has passed. People with PTSD may have strong reactions such as flashbacks, nightmares or feeling constantly on edge. With the right support, these experiences can be understood and managed over time.
GENERAL INFO
Kids Helpline:
ReachOut:
ARCVIC:
Better Health:
ealth Direct:
SELF-HELP
Talk to your GP/doctor or contact Your Crew to
help you get to your doctor.
If you feel at immediate risk call 000
Anytime and for any issue: Kids Helpline
Health Direct: Treatment for PTSD
ReachOut: #Nextstep
PTSD self-help
FORUMS, TOOLS & VIDEOS
Beyond Blue: PTSD and trauma
Crewing for or Helping Others
Sometimes, it can be hard to know what to do to support someone. You may feel stressed or scared you'll say the wrong thing.
Remember your main role as Crew or a supportive friend or family is to listen, acknowledge and communicate support. That can mean calling a professional service such as Kids Helpline or, in an emergency, calling 000 They can also guide you on what to do.
See How to Ask If Your Friend Is OK video
If you are under 18 years old, you can also reach out to an adult or your Crew to help you support someone.
See Professional and Urgent Help for a list of services with live phone numbers and links
See Pathways to Help
Better Health:
Trauma and teenagers
ANU:
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