It's time to talk about Mental Health - Amy Corcoran

Since the age of 15, Amy has experienced different mental health challenges. When in year 12 this escalated to thoughts about taking her own life, she started getting the treatment she needed to manage her depression and anxiety. Starting at university was a turning point for Amy, where she began to establish her identity, found supportive friends and joined a club for the LGBTQIA community. However, her mental health journey has not been linear. After a second attempt on her life, she realised that her studies were causing too much pressure and stress, and that she needed to take a different path. Amy is now a lived experience worker – supporting people with thoughts of 'suicide' If you or someone you know needs support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Partners in Wellbeing on 1300 375 330. In an emergency, call 000.