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MensLine Australia

MensLine Australia is a free telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime.

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Signs and symptoms of depression 

How to break the negative thinking loop

Ongoing negative thoughts and constant feelings of anxiety can become overwhelming. If you are worried that you or a family member may be stuck in a negative thinking loop, here are a few ways to break free of a negative mindset.

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How to deal with anger 

Why am I so angry and what can I do about it?

Everyone gets angry sometimes. It’s a normal human emotion. But what if you often feel angry or get really angry over small things? It’s helpful to understand why you’re feeling this way so you can learn to manage it better.

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Domestic and Family Violence  

Understanding verbal abuse

Many relationships face conflict, but how do we know when the problem is more serious? Read on to understand what constitutes verbal abuse, learn key signs to look for, and how to get help.

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MensLine Australia offers free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support for men with concerns about mental health, relationships, anger management, family violence (using and experiencing), stress, and suicidal thoughts.

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MensLine Australia offers free professional 24/7 online counselling support for men with concerns about mental health, anger management, family violence (using and experiencing), relationship, stress and wellbeing.

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