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Loneliness and isolation

Everyone feels a sense of loneliness and isolation at times. Learn why you may feel this way, how it affects your mental health and how to deal with it.

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7 ways pets improve your health

Pets boost mental health, improve our self-esteem and provide us with a sense of purpose. Find out how an animal can help enrich your wellbeing.

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Managing stress through the festive season

Christmas can lead to stress, family conflict and financial woes for many people. Check out these tips for keeping your cool during the festive season.

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How to get help with mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic

If you’re concerned about your mental health because of the COVID-19 crisis, here are some of the tips, services and resources available to help you.

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Why you should take your dog to work

Pets can be loyal, loveable – and good for your health. That’s why, on International Take Your Dog to Work Day, people take their canine friends to the office.

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Does exercise reduce anxiety and depression?

Regular exercise can help to improve your mood by releasing and boosting your feel good chemicals. Learn which exercises are best for depression and anxiety.

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Avoiding dementia discrimination: how to treat someone with dementia

To mark Dementia Action Week 2019, Australians are being urged to avoid unconscious discrimination against people with dementia. Check out these tips.

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Benefits of volunteering

Volunteering is an upaid activity and can have lots of benefits. As well as having a positive impact on your commuity it can have multiple benefits for your mental health as well.

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Guide dogs

Guide dogs, also called seeing eye dogs, are animals trained to help people who are blind or visually impaired to travel safely.

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Acts of kindness and compassion

Most people feel better when someone is kind to them. Being kind and compassionate can help other people, and make you feel good too.

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