Resources

Health Direct Guide to Bariatric Surgery - Provides reliable information on various types of bariatric surgery, including gastric bypass and gastric sleeve. Offers details on the procedures, potential risks, and benefits. Visit the website here.

Australian and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Surgery Society (ANZMOSS) - Includes resources about surgery options, patient education and search for a surgeon facility. Visit the website here.

Local hospitals and Private Clinics - Many clinics host information sessions and support groups to guide people through the decision-making process and post-operative care.

Australian Government Department of Health - Provides information about different types of surgery, and eligibility criteria for publicly funded surgery. Visit the website here.

Butterfly Foundation provides support services, treatment and resources for people with eating disorders and body image including a free helpline. Visit the website here.

Inside Out Institute is a national institute for research and clinical excellence in eating disorders and provides information and resources to people experiencing an eating disorder and to health professionals, including a database of clinicians working with eating disorders. Visit the website here.

CEED is the Victorian Centre of Excellence in Eating Disorders committed to providing quality services for people with eating disorders and their families in Victoria. Visit the website here.

The ADHD Foundation provides information, resources and support for people affected by ADHD, including a helpline. Visit the website here.

ADHD Australia is a voluntary organisation advocating for consumers affected by ADHD and here. providing a variety of resources, including information about support groups. Visit the website here.

Beyond Blue provides 24/7 online and phone support and information for people suffering from depression and anxiety. Visit the website here.

Reach Out provides free online, anonymous and confidential support for young people under 25 on a wide range of issues affecting their mental wellbeing. Visit the website here.

Lifeline 13 11 14 provides free confidential support via phone, online or SMS for people feeling suicidal, having a difficult time, or worried about someone. Visit the website here.

Suicide Call Back Service provides free 24/7 phone and online counselling to people feeling suicidal or who are affected by suicide. Visit the website here.