Ever thought you were the only one battling anxiety, feeling lost in the shadows of depression, or wrestling with an invisible addiction? Think again. Mental health challenges, in their various forms, touch a remarkable 44% of Australians. That's not just a statistic, it's a wake-up call. In this blog, we break down the three most common mental health struggles: anxiety, mood disorders, and substance use, shining a light on their prevalence and offering hope for overcoming them. Join us on this journey of understanding, empathy, and ultimately, healing.
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Whether you’re starting a new job or moving to a new city there are many ways that we can face the challenges that come with navigating life transitions.
Chronic stress can cause many physical and mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression – which can, in turn, make it harder to manage stress. Here’s how to break out of that cycle.
When you work in a caring profession, it’s sadly all too easy to neglect caring for yourself. Here’s how to begin finding a better work-life balance as a Psychologist.
You know you need help to improve your mental health so you’ve decided to see a Psychologist. That may have been quite a big decision on its own. But now you’re faced with another decision – choosing the right one. How do you go about finding the right person for […]
Australia is now in the grip of a mental health crisis, according to many of those working in the field. There’s great need in the community yet limited access to professional treatment. Nearly 60% of people seeking mental health support have been waiting more than 3 months, according to the […]
Psychology is a rewarding and varied career path with many different options available to new graduates. Here are the answers to some of the questions we’re often asked about a career in psychology. Where can Psychologists work? Psychologists deal with human behaviour, helping people change the way they think, feel, […]
If someone asks you what you need to do to stay healthy, what would you say? You might mention a healthy diet, regular exercise and not smoking, for example. Those are definitely great ways to take care of your physical health. But what about your mental health? How do you […]
It’s time to change the way we think about telehealth. Yes, it’s a wonderful tool in the midst of a COVID outbreak but it’s far more than that. Telehealth is a game changer in the health system, a new paradigm of healthcare for the digital age that offers many benefits […]