Community resource centre & lending library

Open hours

Our Resource Centre is open from 9.30 am - 5.00 pm weekdays to all members of the public who are interested in accessing quality information about mood disorders. 

Wherever possible, please contact us before your visit so we can make sure a member of staff is on hand to help you when you arrive. Contact details are below.

Resources, books, videos, DVDs, CDs and audio tapes

We have a large range of resources available that can be browsed on-site or borrowed including books on depression, bipolar disorder, CBT & self-help strategies, videos, DVDs, CDs and audio tapes.

Community lending library

We have a lending library scheme that allows you to borrow books and other resources from the Resource Centre.  Membership to join the Resource Centre is free.  However, we request anyone who would like to borrow our resources to register with us.  Proof of ID is required upon joining.

We can also post resources out to you if it is difficult for you to visit us.

Our lending period is 3 weeks or 4 weeks if posted, and a maximum of 4 items can be borrowed at any one time (2 items if posted). We do not have an out-of-hours return facility so if you are returning the books in person, please make an appointment before you come.

Become a member of the Community Resource Centre [PDF, 91KB]

See our current library catalogue [Flashpaper]

Information on support groups, where to get help and other services

In addition, we offer information and resources on support groups, other mental health services, latest research papers by Black Dog Institute staff, current research studies (including recruitment details for participants), other relevant non-government bodies, community groups and support services, etc.

See a list of support groups around Australia

Activities and events

We also organise activities, events and social groups for consumers and carers.  Our friendly staff will assist you with any other information needs - and even make you a hot cuppa while you are here!

To make an appointment

Please call 02 9382 4523 or email blackdog@unsw.edu.au

Download the Resource Centre flyer [PDF, 139KB]

Map and directions to the Black Dog Institute[PDF, 103KB]

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The Flashpaper documents can be downloaded and printed using Adobe Flash Player.