Mental health

You might be surprised to learn that the suicide rate for people living with bipolar is between 10-30 times higher than the general population In fact, according to the Black Dog Institute, they account for up to 25% of all suicides.

Grief is an emotional response to loss, which might include the death of a loved one, loss of health, ending of a relationship, loss of a job, or a loss of cultural connection, such as moving off country. It is important to acknowledge and express those feelings without judgement.

When facing challenges with our mental health, discussing it with those close to us might be the last thing we want to do. We might fear they won’t care or that we’ll be too vulnerable. However, opening up to someone can often make us feel much better. Here are six compelling reasons to reach out to someone when you’re finding it tough. 

Around 40% of Australians will experience a panic attack at some point in their lifetime. Read our article on what a panic attack feels like and how to manage it.

Things not going well in a relationship? There may be obvious things that aren’t working, but there are also subtle signs that something isn’t quite right. If you’re wondering what is going wrong, here are some signs of a toxic relationship. 

Addressing myths about suicide helps break down stigma and encourages people to reach out to those who are struggling. We can create communities where people feel safe seeking help and support.

If you’ve been feeling low, you may wonder if you are depressed. Learn the common symptoms of depression and how it differs from a passing low mood.

Feeling connected to others is important for our wellbeing. Strong social connections and relationships can have positive effects on our physical and mental health. Here we explore 14 tips from psychologists at the Australian Psychological Society to help you build stronger connections and reduce feelings of loneliness.

Creating positive habits can be as challenging as breaking the bad ones. Here are ten tips to help you make those positive habits stick.

Are you feeling overwhelmed at work? You’re not alone. Workplace stress can impact all of us. This article explores the causes of stress at work and equips you with strategies to manage it.

We all have our vices, our habits. Things we know that we shouldn’t necessarily be doing that aren’t healthy or simply don’t blend with who we want to be. Even though we know some of the things we should change, motivation is harder to come by.

Anxiety is more than the worry or nerves you feel before a stressful event. When those anxious feelings stick around, it can start to affect everyday life. Here we look at the symptoms and causes of anxiety.