Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a way to focus on the present. It can help reduce stress and improve your memory. Learn about how to practice mindfulness.

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Smiling Mind

Smiling Mind is a free app designed to help reduce stress and improve your wellbeing.

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Raising Healthy Minds app

Raising Healthy Minds is a free app that supports parents, carers and professionals to build knowledge and confidence concerning the social and emotional wellbeing of children.

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Healthy Mind online program

Healthy Mind from Black Dog Institute is a free, easy-to-read online program designed to support the mental health of people with a mild to borderline Intellectual Disability (ID).

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Seniors' health

As you get older, it's important to understand how ageing affects the mind and body. Read up on bone health, arthritis, nutrition and more.

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Chinese traditional medicine

Based on ancient practices, traditional Chinese medicine uses techniques such as acupuncture, tai chi, herbal medicines and other mind body practices.

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Meditation

Meditation can help you with your physical and mental health. Learn more about meditation, how to meditate and how you can incorporate into your day.

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Relaxation techniques for stress relief

Relaxation can help relieve the symptoms of stress. Learn how relaxation can help you to calm down and manage stressful situations.

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Pain relief during labour

During labour, natural and medical pain relief options are available. Learn more about different types of pain relief and when they might be suitable.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and social and emotional wellbeing

Learn about caring for your wellbeing if you’re an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including who you can turn to for extra support.

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Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)

Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) helps you change negative thought patterns and manage emotions and behaviours to build healthier relationships.

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Informed consent

Read about giving informed consent - when you agree for a healthcare professional to treat you, including tests, medicines or procedures.

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Health benefits of yoga and Pilates

Considering yoga or Pilates? Here are some things to think about, including health benefits, what you need to start and how to find a class.

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Stress

Discover what stress is, how it affects you and how to manage it effectively. Learn about stress symptoms, causes, and tips for relief and prevention.

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Dealing with life events

Life events such as accidents, job loss, death, relationships or even positives like weddings can cause stress. Learn strategies to cope when you’re struggling.

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Excessive worry

It is normal to feel worried about some situations. Excessive worry is constant and impacts your everyday life. Learn how to manage excessive worry.

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Health benefits of tai chi

Learn about the health benefits of tai chi for beginners and seniors, tips about safe tai chi practice and where to go to find classes.

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Exercise and mental health

Exercise is good for your physical and mental health. It can help with sleep and stress. Read about the benefits of exercise for your mental health.

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Health and wellbeing apps

Browse our selection of healthcare apps from our trusted information partners.

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Options for managing chronic pain

Chronic pain is pain that lasts longer than 3 months. It can have a significant impact on your life. Read on to learn about strategies that can help.

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Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is a group of therapies to help you understand your thinking and behavioural patterns and improve your coping skills. Explore the types and benefits of therapy.

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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) are the symptoms that occur around the time of your period. Learn what you can do to help manage your PMS symptoms.

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Tubal ligation

Tubal ligation is a permanent form of contraception or sterilisation. Read about the benefits, risks and alternatives to having your tubes tied.

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Social anxiety disorder

Social anxiety or phobia is a fear and avoidance of social situations. It can make you feel anxious and afraid about everyday social outings.

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Neuroendocrine cancers

Neuroendocrine cancers are a group of rare cancers that most commonly form in the digestive system and the lungs. Read on for symptoms and treatments.

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Clinical trials

Clinical trials are research studies where people volunteer to test new medicines and devices.

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Why it's important to overcome loneliness

In support of Loneliness Awareness Week, healthdirect is exploring the causes, health impacts and how to overcome loneliness.

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My QuitBuddy app

Quitting smoking and vaping can be difficult but My QuitBuddy is here to help you every step of the way. Designed to deliver you support in a way best-suited to you, My QuitBuddy helps you get, and stay, smoke-free and vape-free.

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OCD Program

The OCD Program from This Way Up is an online program to learn practical strategies to better manage obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, and reduce how much they interfere with daily life.

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How to help someone with depression

Supporting someone with depression can be challenging. Learn to recognise the signs, how to talk to someone with depression and where to get help.

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