With more than three million Australians predicted to develop dementia between 2012 and 2050(1), finding ways to protect your brain is key. While family history, heredity and genetics play a role in risk, risk reduction has a strong role to play, says Dementia Australia (DA). These brain health tips and tricks will help you de-age […]
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Alcohol – how much is too much?
Australians have always had something of a love affair with alcohol. Our sportsmen, and even our politicians, have been known to boast about drinking while most social occasions are linked to consuming beer, wine or spirits. This is especially true of business functions or entertaining, where drinking is often an accepted part of networking. For […]
Paralympics takes gold in mental health support
Experts say Paralympics Australia set “gold standard” in mental health care with Quarantine Support Program MENTAL health has taken centre stage at this years’ Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics ––with Paralympics Australia helping to lead the charge in providing athletes with extensive mental health support. At this year’s Olympics in Tokyo, high profile athletes such as […]
Dealing with mental illness in a pandemic
In Australia, most people with mental illness report experiencing stigma. This can result in social exclusion, something that can make suffering and recovery worse, according to the Productivity Commission Inquiry Report into Mental Health. Interacting with other people – friends, family, colleagues, or the broader community – can be an essential aspect of recovery and […]
Frequent flyers grounded by Covid
5 tips for getting used to the new normal Coronavirus has changed the way we operate in the world. For those who thrive on the collective energy of an office, or look forward to the adventure of travel, the ‘new normal’ is creating personal and professional challenges. It is now predicted that international travel to […]
Quick Q&A – Anxiety
What is anxiety? Anxiety is part of our sympathetic nervous system. Anxiety begins in the body; it is there to help us in the face of a threat or a perceived threat. Anxiety is a very normal part of the human experience. From the time that we are born to the time that we die, […]