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Search results for: "Resilience"

Building resilience

Resilience is the ability to cope with difficult times. Learn how to build your resilience and cope with the setbacks, failures and stresses of life.

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Good mental health

To build good mental health, look after yourself and do things you enjoy. Learn how to care for your wellbeing, and where to get help if you need it.

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Recovery and mental health

Recovery from mental illness is about managing symptoms and creating a meaningful life despite mental health problems. Learn how to support your recovery.

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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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Developing life skills through sports

Sport is good for your child's physical health. Sport also has psychological benefits for children and teaches them important life skills.

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Motivation: How to get started and staying motivated

Boost motivation to achieve goals, break old habits, and develop healthy ones. Set specific, measurable goals, seek support, and stay on track.

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Depression in children

If your child has symptoms of depression that affect the way they think feel and behave, seek professional help as soon as possible.

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Learning disabilities

Learning disabilities affect how you learn in a specific area such as reading or maths. Find out more about dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia here.

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Rural or remote mental health

It can be difficult to access mental health support if you live in a rural or remote area. There are options to help you get the support you need.

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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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