Any day is a good day to check in with family, friends or co-workers that may be experiencing mental health issues in silence. People who are struggling alone may be at risk of self-harm or suicide, in desperate need of help but unable to ask for it. Initiating a conversation of this type isn’t … Read more about The importance of brave conversations
Gratitude for mental wellbeing
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 improved mood, happiness, and life satisfaction. Whilst many definitions of gratitude exist, there is a … Read more about Gratitude for mental wellbeing
Adjusting to parenthood
Up to 80 percent of women experience the ‘baby blues’ in the early days after giving birth. A new mum experiencing the baby blues often feels teary and overwhelmed, yet this passes within a few days. However, if symptoms of depression persist for more than 2 weeks and/or they are affecting your day … Read more about Adjusting to parenthood
How to start a conversation this R U OK? Day
R U OK? Day is a great opportunity to check in with family, friends or co-workers that may be suffering mental health issues in silence. Suicide and depression are extremely complex and sensitive subjects. By having meaningful connections and conversations with people, you can help with some of the … Read more about How to start a conversation this R U OK? Day
Being social is crucial to good health
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 health, but for many Australians, it can be hard to identify people on which to depend on. Psychologists have found … Read more about Being social is crucial to good health
Mental Health of Australian Men
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 in Australia were anxiety disorders (14.4%), followed by affective (mood) disorders, which includes depression (6.2%), and substance … Read more about Mental Health of Australian Men
Mental Health: Myth vs. Fact
Education and understanding are vital to help empower people with mental illness. We're dispelling some of the common myths about mental health. MYTH: Mental illness only affects a few people. FACT: According to SANE Australia, around 20% of adults are affected by some form of mental … Read more about Mental Health: Myth vs. Fact
Improving employment opportunities for young people with mental illness
Young Australians with mental health concerns are more likely to be unemployed or not studying than their peers. Orygen, the National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, has reviewed the evidence on how to overcome the low vocational outcomes of young people with mental illness. The … Read more about Improving employment opportunities for young people with mental illness