In the past few years, a lot has changed to reduce stigma and increase understanding surrounding mental health. It’s great to see that as a society we are becoming more comfortable talking openly about our struggles and taking time to look after our mental health and wellbeing. However, when we talk … Read more about Understanding complex mental health conditions
30 ways to improve mental wellbeing
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 health condition find meaningful employment. We understand the impact mental health can have on your life and the importance of improving your … Read more about 30 ways to improve mental wellbeing
Looking after your mental health during the COVID-19 crisis (Infographic)
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 such huge negative effects on our mental health. The following tips and strategies will help you ensure that you are looking after your mental … Read more about Looking after your mental health during the COVID-19 crisis (Infographic)
Mental health at Christmas time
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 with the festive season can quickly become very overwhelming. For the 1 in 5 Australians that have a mental health condition, the added stress … Read more about Mental health at Christmas time
Get creative to improve your mental health
In our busy and stressful lives, we often forget to set aside time for ourselves to be creative. Creative activity isn’t just a “fun thing to do.” Did you know creativity can have an overwhelmingly positive impact on your mental health? The theory of cognition suggests that being creative is a … Read more about Get creative to improve your mental health
10 resolutions to make this Mental Health Week
No one is happy 100 percent of the time. Life has a sneaky way of sometimes getting in the way of our best intentions to live happy, rewarding and contented lives. Happiness is a state of mind that we can actively cultivate to ensure we have the best opportunity to experience all the peace and … Read more about 10 resolutions to make this Mental Health Week
How to start the conversation this R U OK? Day
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 likely to take their own life than die in a motor vehicle accident. Approximately 8 Australians end their lives every day. About 6 of these … Read more about How to start the conversation this R U OK? Day
Prioritise yourself this Women’s Health Week
It’s Women’s Health Week – a time for the women of Australia to look at themselves in the mirror, tell themselves that they’re worth it and make a promise to do something to look after their health. Ladies, we know that sometimes it can be hard to put yourself first. If you’re looking after … Read more about Prioritise yourself this Women’s Health Week