How Important Is Water & Hydration To Mental Health?
Melinda Vanry, from Fruit Of Brokenness, shares about the importance of staying hydrated to help our own mental health.
Self-Care Adds To Our Joy & Quality Of Life
Self-care adds to our joy and quality of life. Without self-care, our mental health and physiological health begins to deteriorate.
Asking For Help Is A Positive Step Towards Self-Care
Shauna Gallagher, mental health nurse, explains some of the reasons why we might shy away from asking for the help of others in the post below, originally titled, ‘Asking For Help’.
Surveys Reveal Australians Need Mental Health Support
Survey statistics reveal a growing need for churches to be equipped with skills enabling them to listen, help & support others.
The Basic Characteristics Of Binge Eating Disorder
The Basic Characteristics Of Binge Eating Disorder Binge Eating disorder is characterised by eating large amounts of foods in short period of time often when the person isn’t hungry. People with the disorder usually feel out of control when eating not being able to stop when they want to. Binge eating as a way of…
Men’s Mental Health Matters To All Australians
Studies conducted all over the world through various ethnicities showed that men are less likely to seek help for their behavioural or mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Aussie men are no different. Men’s reluctance to talk about their problems often makes life more difficult for them and for those around them. Can Masculine Men Have It…
Stigma – A Harsh Way To Look At Mental Illness
igma is otivated by fear and prejudice and stigma creates a barrier separating ‘us’ and ‘them,’ adding more to the difficulties already faced by others.
The Futility of Trying To Be Perfect At Everything
Perfect means flawless. While excellence is achievable, expecting perfection in all we do sets us up for failure and disapointment.
Schizophrenia A Debilitating Psychotic Disorder
Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder causing hallucinations and delusions. Symptoms are mostly found in teens and adults and is less common in children.
5 Key Areas of Life To Keep Balanced
There are 5 key areas in our lives we can aim at keeping balanced to really help us regain a sense of good health and wellbeing.
How Some Relationships Grow Cold
Find out how relationships can grow cold and how counselling support can help.
Reflections From The Sampson Flat Bushfires of S.A.
Two signs and two very distinct atttudes caused Shannon Hood to realise the importance of keeping an 'attitude of gratitude' during hardship.
Looking After Men’s Physical & Mental Health
Men's mental health can improve with a good nutritious diet and regular exercise. But there are more things men can do for their longevity and wellbeing.
A Brief Look At Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism is a deep rooted neurodevelopmental condition that lasts a lifetime affecting social communication and patterns of behavior. We don’t yet know what causes it.
5 Great Reasons To Get Out For A Walk Today
Walking – empower and energise your mind: 5 reasons why you will want to go outside.
What’s The Difference Between Hoarding and Collecting?
Hoarders collect things that end up obstructing their living space, and changes occur in the ordinary use of the home which becomes a storage facility.
Why Choose aifc For Christian Counselling Training?
Here are some great to choose aifc for equipping the church to go be 'The Church.'
The State Of National Mental Health In Australia
Statistics show that there's a growing need for mental health support in Australia.
Great Reasons Why Christians Get Counselling Training
Many of us have been wounded by well-meaning persons, leading to distrust. That’s where counselling training can help.
How Children Learn & Develop Through Play
Children learn & develop through their senses during play & while interacting with others.
Internet Addiction Gets In The Way of Productivity
When used wisely the internet is a purposeful tool that doesn’t get in the way of productive lives.
Support & Inclusion Of Disadvantaged Children
Despite this great nation’s wealth and sustained economic growth, sadly in Australia there are children living in poverty and disadvantage. Research results showed confronting statistics that were presented to the Australian Government in the ACOSS report. The ACOSS Report showed: In Australia 1 in 6 children under 15 years of age are living in poverty…
Advice For Helping A Loved One With Depression
Mental health nurse, Shauna Gallagher gives advice for someone who wants to help a loved one who is suffering from depression. Many of you reading this won’t have a diagnosis of depression but will be wondering what you can do to help a loved one who does. You may even have been trying for many…
The Christian’s Mental Health Self-Care Kit
For those living with a mental health condition, self – care is particularly essential to help keep ourselves in the best of health, and hopefully to make our condition more manageable. What this looks like for each individual can differ from person to person based on varying factors such as genetics, mental health, location, and…
