Mental health
Suicide Call Back Service provides phone and online counselling for anyone struggling with their mental health including anxiety, depression, feeling low, stressed or having suicidal thoughts.
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Loneliness
How to build a strong support network
When it comes to our mental health and wellbeing, studies have shown that having a good support network with strong relationships you can count on, is vital. A support network refers to those people in your life that are there for you when you need them and can help you to achieve your goals. Read our tips on how to create a strong support network.
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Myths about suicide
There are many suicide myths that cloud our judgement and stop us from reaching out to someone who may be suicidal. Here we separate myths such as, “Asking someone if they are suicidal will put the idea in their head.” to “Once a person feels suicidal, they will always feel that way.” from fact.
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Age and depression
Symptoms of depression among the elderly are high, especially in residential aged care, but it is important to note that depression is not a natural part of ageing.
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Returning to work after a mental health issue
Returning to work after a mental health issue can be daunting. You may have lost some of your confidence and arenโt sure what sort of reception you are going to receive when you return to work.
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World Mindfulness Day
No matter who you are, at some stage in your life you will experience an emotionally tough time.ย As humans we can sometimes process our thoughts and feelings in unhealthy ways, but research now shows us that mindfulness can make a difference to the levels of contentment or happiness we have in our lives.
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How to create a positive relationship
Our personal relationships will undoubtedly be the most important relationships of our lives. Like anything important us, these personal relationships require attention and care. Here are some helpful tips on how to develop and maintain a positive relationship.
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Depression symptoms - Am I depressed?
Depression is a consistent and intense state of sadness that is negatively impacting your life. Recognising depression symptoms can be the first step in getting help. Read our list of common symptoms you may be experiencing if you are depressed.
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Pay it Forward โ The mental benefits of volunteering
Pay It Forward Day is a global initiative that seeks to make a difference by creating a huge ripple of kindness felt across the world. One way to get involved with #Payitforwardday is to volunteer. Studies show that volunteering can have many positive implications, not only for those you help, but also for your own mental wellbeing.
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Physical and mental health effects of both a good and bad nightโs sleep
We often feel โout of sortsโ after a bad nightโs sleep, yet ready to take on anything after an unbroken eight hours. Here we look at the physical and mental health effects of both a good and bad nightโs sleep.
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Loneliness and social relationships - 14 tips to connect with others
Social relationships are important as they can affect our physical and mental health. Learn about the 14 tips recommended by psychologists at the Australian Psychological Society to help connect with others and overcome loneliness.
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10 tipsย toย help makeย positive habits stick
Just as bad habits are hard to break, positive habits are hard to make.ย Hereโsย 10 tips for how to make those habits stick.
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How to deal with a panic attack
A panic attack can come out of the blue and can be very frightening. You may have a sudden feeling of terror and experience panic attack symptoms like a fast heart rate, sweating, shortness of breath, dizziness and a loss of control. If you have experienced a panic attack in the past, you know how scary it can feel. So how can you deal with a panic attack?
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