Tag Archive for: Suicide and self-harm

Woman helping her friend with mental health issues at Christmas by taking her on a walk outside

Don’t leave anyone lonely: make a place for your friends this Christmas

Christmas can be a lonely time. There are thousands of reasons why people experience mental health issues at Christmas, which is why it’s important to keep an eye on friends, family members and even strangers. Doing your part can make a big…
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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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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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Body beautiful: eating disorders

It’s difficult to know how many people are living with an eating disorder in Australia – some put the figure as high as 16% of the population, whilst others put it at 4%. Even more people experience disordered eating behaviours, such as…
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Woman in hoodie sitting on the beach on a winter morning

Suicide: signs to watch out for and questions to ask

It doesn’t matter how old you are, what your background is or what you do for a living, suicide can and does affect all people. In Australia, suicide has been described as a ‘significant health problem’, according to the Australian…
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Why it’s OK not to be OK

Think back to all the times someone has asked you how you’re feeling. Be honest with yourself. How many times have you told the truth? How many times have you told them you’re not feeling OK? Once? Twice? Never? Don’t worry if you haven’t…
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