The mid-year slump: How to get through winter

The mid-year slump: How to get through winter

It’s 6:30am on a workday and the alarm goes off. It’s minus 3 degrees outside and all you want to do is stay snuggled up in the warm. Your mind races: do I reset the alarm and give myself another 30 minutes? Or do I call in sick? Or do I…
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The Impact of Alcohol on Mental Health

The Impact of Alcohol on Mental Health

Most of us have had the odd drink (or two) with friends, to celebrate something special or had a drink whilst at an event. Drinking alcohol in Australia is regularly seen as the ‘norm’ – but is it affecting your mental health? Alcohol…
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Overcoming Burnout

What is burnout? Job burnout is an ‘occupational syndrome’ that is characterised across three dimensions: Feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion Feelings of cynicism or negativism related to one's job Mental distance and…
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Woman looking at bills rubbing her head

Financial stress

As cost-of-living pressures hit home and interest rates climb to their highest levels in years, it’s no wonder that more and more Australians are experiencing financial stress. We already have one of the highest household debt ratios in…
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Men in a Support Group with mental health psychologist

Real mean DO eat quiche: myth-busting men’s mental health

Men's mental health awareness is on the rise, and that's undoubtedly a good thing. For generations the true nature of men’s mental health has been hidden away behind a mask of toxic, misplaced masculinity. A mask that defined vulnerability…
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Exercise and Mental Health

Exercise has a well-established connection with mental health and can be a powerful tool for improving mental wellbeing. Research demonstrates that exercising regularly has positive effects on mental wellbeing and it can aid recovery from common…
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Guiding Your Team Through Traumatic Events

Recent violent incidents have left us all in a state of shock and disbelief. It is moments like these that remind us of the fragility of life, and the importance of supporting one another in times of trauma. As we grapple with the aftermath…
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Understanding Mental Health Social Workers

In today's society, the conversation surrounding mental health has become increasingly prevalent. With this shift in awareness comes the recognition of the need for diverse and specialised professionals to support individuals in their journey…
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