Reports of bad news can turn anxiety into psychosis

The news is being blamed for causing serious anxiety

The news is being blamed for causing serious anxiety Source: Getty

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Published 4 October 2019 7:24am
By Maani Truu, Julia Carr-Catzel, Allan Lee
Presented by Allan Lee
Source: SBS

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Mental health experts say people already suffering from anxiety are at risk of being "tipped over the edge" by mass coverage of big world events.

Listeners seeking mental health support can contact Lifeline 24 hours a day online and on 13 11 14.

Other services include the Suicide Call Back Service, which can be reached on 1300 659 467, and Beyond Blue, on 1300 224 636.

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