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Latest news: Mental health

Coping with Christmas from a mental health perspective

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
As Christmas and the end of the year approaches, many of us experience a mix of excitement and stress.

ACT politics bulletin: Tuesday 27 August

Local Nicholas Fuller -
The ACT Greens promise light rail two years before Labor. The Canberra Liberals want a review of assistance payments. And more.

Social anxiety- how to overcome it

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
Dr Vivienne Lewis gives us some helpful advice on how to quash feelings of social anxiety and feel confident in social situations.

Take the time to appreciate ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ at ACT Hub

Entertainment Jessica Cordwell -
Encouraging us to slow down and enjoy the small yet amazing things is Every Brilliant Thing on stage at ACT Hub on 20-25 August.

Canberra Liberals: Mental health minister cannot answer questions

Local Newstime Media -
The opposition claims that mental health minister Emma Davidson could not answer questions about her own portfolio in Estimates Hearings.

Social media appearance-led content impacting Australians’ body image

Health & Wellbeing Newstime Media -
New research conducted by Butterfly Foundation reveals the unintentional harm that prevalent body appearance social media content can have.

How to unwind: advice from a psychologist

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
Dr Vivienne Lewis explains why it is important to ourselves first and take the time to properly unwind and how to do it.

Get moving for your mental health

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
Dr Vivienne Lewis explains the vital role exercise and physical movement plays in keeping our minds healthy and happy.

Sick of being sick? How to cope psychologically when you’re not well

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
Feeling fed up when you're sick? Dr Vivienne Lewis gives you some hints on how to feel mentally okay when your body is unwell.

Support for Canberra new mothers with emotional difficulties

Local Newstime Media -
Canberra Health Services has extended a therapy program helping new mothers struggling with complex social and emotional difficulties.

Are you hypervigilant?

Health & Wellbeing Wes Smith -
Wesley Smith shows us what being hypervigilant looks like and ways that we could help calm our body and mind.

Coping with feelings of anger

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
Feeling angry is a normal emotion. However, it is how we express that anger and what we do with this feeling that’s important.

How to stop that chocolate guilt

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
Dr Vivienne Lewis gives us some tips on how to enjoy the Easter period and the chocolate that comes with it, without the guilt.

Canberra Liberals: Escape of mental health patient raises concerns

Local Nicholas Fuller -
The Canberra Liberals are concerned about the state of the ACT mental health system after a patient escaped from a mental health facility.

Psychologically healthy friendships are worth investing in

Health & Wellbeing Dr Vivienne Lewis -
Friendships at any age are important for our mental health. When healthy, they can provide a sense of belonging, security, happiness, fun and adventure, add value to our life and make us feel good about ourselves.

Men’s Kitchen Canberra to prove old dogs can learn new tricks

Local Jessica Cordwell -
Despite the classic saying, Men’s Kitchen has proven that old dogs can be taught new tricks - cooking and kitchen tricks to be precise.
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