Resilience in isolation - the impact of COVID-19 on Australians with mental ill health (2020)
Mind, in partnership with Stride, Flourish Australia, Wellways Australia, Neami National, Open Minds and One Door Mental Health conducted a survey to examine the perceived impact of COVID-19 on the people we support.
The survey demonstrated a high level of resilience among people who access psychosocial support services; and indicated that people had shown great adaptability to services being delivered virtually. However, the lack of accessibility to clinical and community services and experiences of increased social isolation have led to a deterioration in mental health for many.
Resilience in Isolation - the impact of COVID-19 on Australians with mental ill health (PDF 3.29 MB)