Autonomy and social connection are two important pillars of mental health, but aren’t they in conflict? The closer your relationships, the more you compromise and give up autonomy. How do we resolve the tension between the two?

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To find out more about depression and support services, you can contact Head to Health at www.headtohealth.gov.au , Beyond Blue at www.beyondblue.org.au , Lifeline at www.lifeline.org.au or on 13 11 14 and www.headspace.com . Thanks to Future Generation Global.