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Managing emotional changes during cervical cancer

If you have been diagnosed with cervical cancer, discover ways to comfortably manage your emotional changes by reading the tips on this page.

Treatments for OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be treated, enabling people with OCD to live happier lives. Seeing a doctor is the first step to recovery.

Overcoming Social Phobia

Overcoming Social Phobia helps lessen symptoms of social anxiety disorder and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and Apple iOS Store for $59.99.

Ovarian cancer and financial support

Trusted information about ovarian cancer and financial support and link to trusted resources.

Breast cancer and financial support

There are a number of practical things to think about like the cost of treatment and support, travel and accommodation costs, or childcare. Learn more about cost and some support schemes when diagnosed with breast cancer.

Sexual assault support

Trusted information about sexual assual support and advice can be found on this page.

Supporting someone with a mental health issue

You may find it difficult talking to someone with a mental health issue. Follow these guidelines on how to support your loved one when they are struggling.

How to support children coping with a family break-up, separation or divorce

Children may feel upset and angry when their parents separate. Learn tips for supporting children affected by separation and divorce.

Domestic violence against men

Domestic violence against men can include physical violence, bullying, emotional abuse and social isolation. Learn how to break the cycle of abuse and where to get help.