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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Recovery and mental health

Recoving from mental illness is more than managing symptoms — it's about creating a meaningful satisfying life, with hope and resilience.

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Good mental health

To build good mental health, try to look after yourself and do things you enjoy. Learn more ways to look after your mental health and wellbeing.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and social and emotional wellbeing

Many factors can affect social and emotional well-being. Read more on things that can help you feel strong and resilient and when to seek help.

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Nervous breakdown

Nervous breakdown (mental breakdown) is when stress and anxiety become too much and affects your daily life. Seek help for treatment and prevention.

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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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Youth suicide

Don't ignore suicide warning signs. Learn how to stay safe if you or someone you know is struggling or thinking about suicide. Find out more here.

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Group exercise for beginners

Group exercise is when you train with others for fitness or as a form of physical recreation for fun. Group exercise could be team sport or a fitness class.

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Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ health

Learn more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, including Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and Closing the Gap.

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Self-talk

Self-talk is your inner voice. It's part of your stream of consciousness, allowing you to process and understand what's going on around you.

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Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is a group of therapies to help someone change thinking patterns and improve their coping skills. Explore the types and benefits.

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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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Learning disabilities

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

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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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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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Are you experiencing suicidal thoughts?

If you're thinking about suicide, you're not alone. There is support and help available. Learn about ways to keep you and your loved ones safe.

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Overcoming addiction

Recovering from an addiction is a gradual process. It may take a few attempts. Rehabilitation is easier with support to help you deal with symptoms.

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Bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition where you have periods of depression and mania. Read about bipolar disorder symptoms and treatment.

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Suicide warning signs

Recognising warning signs of suicide, determining those who are most at risk, and knowing how to access support could help save a life.

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Psychological trauma

Psychological or emotional trauma can happen when you go through a stressful event. Find out what can cause trauma and learn how to manage it.

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Work-life balance

If you are employed, it is important to balance the pressures of your work and personal life. Read our tips for managing life and your workload.

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Whistleblower protection policy

Healthdirect Australia is committed to comply with our legislative obligations and we take reports of misconduct seriously. Learn more about our Whistleblower Protection Policy here.

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