The past few years have tested the human spirit in more ways than one. From the global pandemic to widespread flooding, communities across Australia have...
Complex mental health conditions, such as bipolar are incredibly misunderstood. Whether it is due to a general lack of understanding or believing in damaging stereotypes...
Chronic illness is a very broad label that encompasses a range of long-term health conditions. The causes of chronic conditions are varied and complex. Unlike...
Mental illness is the leading cause of disability in Australia, with one in five people experiencing mental health issues each year. It can be overwhelming...
In recognition of Mental Health Month EPIC has released a mental health blog series highlighting the stories of members of our EPIC community who have...
In recognition of Mental Health Month EPIC has released a mental health blog series highlighting the stories of members of our EPIC community who have...
EPIC Assist (EPIC) is celebrating 30 years of service. We are proud to help and support people with a disability, injury, health condition, or mental...
During these trying times, social distancing and staying at home are incredibly important. It can be hard to stay positive though when isolation can have...
For many, Christmas is a jovial time to celebrate with friends and family. However packed calendars, financial stress and the family issues that roll in...
Suicide is a major public health issue that kills more than 3,000 Australians a year. Suicide remains so significant, that young Australians are now more...
Becoming a new dad can be scary, exciting, extremely challenging, and rewarding. With the transition to fatherhood comes a change in the dynamics in how...
There’s a buzz that comes from doing something nice for another person simply to brighten their day. Random acts of kindness are not only beneficial...
There are multiple challenges in life that can exacerbate stress, create disillusionment, and contribute to burnout. It is important that these challenges are managed in...
Giving is good for you There is a growing body of scientific evidence promoting the health benefits of helping others. Giving has been identified as...
How important is exercise? Paired with good nutrition, we know physical activity is a key factor in maintaining mental wellbeing. But what is it about...
We often hear people talking about the importance of resilience when responding to the problems that life sometimes throws at us. But what is resilience...
Why connect? Connecting is effective in contributing to overall mental wellness, while also helping keep mental health conditions like depression and anxiety in check. As...
You can become your own mental health supporter by taking steps towards a healthy lifestyle. In conjunction with your treatment options, incorporating healthy lifestyle changes...
Positive psychology, a branch of psychology focusing on promoting wellbeing, has identified various simple and effective behaviours which can provide a range of benefits including...
By Peter Davis, Pharmacist and facilitator of the Caloundra Bi-polar support group Having a strong support network is a positive step toward achieving positive mental...
Each year approximately 1 in 5 Australians experience mental illness. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (2007), the most common forms of mental illness...