Anxiety with Dr. Gordon Lau

Rachel and Lisa are delighted to sit down with Dr. Gordon Lau (or as we call him, 'Gordo') and discuss all things anxiety - what it is, why it's on the rise, what we can do about it and where we can find support. Dr. Gordon Lau is both a medical doctor as well as a physiotherapist, with over two decades working in the health sector. He entered general practice because he loves the variety and the ability to care for the whole patient. He has a special interest in youth mental health and in his spare time, he enjoys spending time in nature (especially at the beach) and stays connected with friends and family.

Looking for extra resources on anxiety? Check out some of the links mentioned below:

• Raising Children Network - a parenting guide for all ages and stages, providing ad-free videos, articles and apps across multiple parenting topics
• headspace on Anxiety - a headspace page with fact sheets, information and strategies on anxiety and its impacts on young people
• Kids Helpline - a free online and phone counselling service for young people and kids (ages 5-25), as well as parents and support networks
• ReachOut - a free and confidential website offering tips and resources, parent coaching for families and peer chats for young people (1-on-1 peer support)
• SANE - an online hub of resources for people with recurring, persistent or complex mental health issues and trauma, and for their families, friends and communities
• Beyond Blue - 24/7 support for anxiety, depression and suicide prevention
• Black Dog Institute - free and confidential mental health supports and resources

Dr. Lau discusses the role of Anxiety and the excellent lessons we can learn about its place in the lives of young people in the Pixar film, Inside Out 2. You can watch the trailer here, and check out your favourite streaming service for availability and rental options.

If you want to speak with someone in person, you can reach out to your local headspace centre to talk with someone about your mental and physical health. On the Central Coast, you can find our centres in Gosford, Lake Haven and Wyong.