Mental Health Awareness

Mental health, let's bring this taboo subject out into the open. The first thing to say is that mental health problems are common. Much of what we see as GPs is related to mental health, so never be ashamed to ask us for help or advice. The hard part that people find is admitting that there really is a problem. So we have produced a newsletter to inform you about mental health awareness and direct you to sources that can help you.

But please, we would rather see you and talk to you face to face.

Otherwise have a read of the articles below for some background information.

Do remember that Medicare gives you easy access to seeing a psychologist through a Mental Health Care Plan. Make a booking, to see our GPs to discuss this in more detail, by clicking the button below.

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Beyond Blue

Beyond blue has a very useful site that provides information about all aspects of mental health - depression, anxiety, or suicide. If you are keen to understand the symptoms that you are feeling, click here for more information.

Mindfulness

Mindfulness is well recognised to help with mental health. It allows you to take a moment from the madness of your day, to focus and control your thoughts and ensure that life does not get on top of you. On the train to work? Take 5 minutes to close your eyes and do some mindfulness using the Headspace App.

Sleep Advice

Sleep, we take it for granted. When we cannot sleep, the world is not a good place. Mental health problems can affect your sleep quite badly. It is important to know how to change your lifestyle to ensure the best chance of having a good night's sleep. SleepHub is a resource that answers all your sleep-related questions. Click here for advice on improving your sleep.

Exercise For Mental Wellness

Exercise is proven to benefit your mental health. Regular exercise makes you feel physically good which makes you feel mentally good. But if you set yourself a target, such as running 5km and then you reach your target, you develop mental toughness. This prepares you for the challenges that life may throw at you. Read more about the benefits of running 5km and set yourself a target.

Suicide Call Back Service

The Suicide Call Back Service is available 24/7 for support to anyone affected by suicide.

Feeling Suicidal?
Worried about Someone?
Lost Someone to Suicide?
Click here to contact the suicide call back service now

With these newsletters, we aim to remain in contact with you, regularly to update you on things that may relate to your health. It is our way of staying in touch with you outside the clinic.
All content in the newsletters is for informative purposes only and does not serve as a substitute for medical advice. If in doubt please book in to see us.
All information in our newsletters has been reviewed by our clinical team. We work in conjunction with HealthAide who help provide content.

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