September 2019 - The Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association

The Far-Reaching Potential of Digital Mental Health Services

Written by Rheza Tan, Clinic Director at MindSpot Challenges of rural and remote living Australians living in rural and remote areas experience unique challenges such as greater prevalence of chronic health conditions, increased exposure to natural disasters and lower employment…

Brittany George September 24, 2019 children, Disaster, disaster recovery, Mental Health

Supporting Children Through Traumatic Events

At some point in our lives, many of us will experience the effects of a natural disaster or severe weather event in our community. Following a community incident, the majority of children recover well. However, for some children, the incident…

Brittany George September 23, 2019 Podcasts

S1:E7 | Prof David Kavanagh: What Role is Technology Playing in Mental Health?

With the increase in apps, technology and online self-help resources, mental wellbeing in the digital age is an area of fast-paced development. Professor David Kavanagh is a clinical psychology researcher at Queensland University of Technology and chairs the Queensland Mental…

Brittany George September 17, 2019 Mental Health, Quality of Life, well-being

4 Ways to Increase Your Happiness Levels

Everyone wants to be happy, however, some people see it as a winding road with no end in sight. When you are happy, the world will seem that much brighter in your eyes. You should take the necessary steps to…

Brittany George September 17, 2019 Podcasts

S1:E6 | Shaun Robinson: The State of Mental Health in New Zealand

Joining us for episode six is Shaun Robinson, Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand. With degrees in business and community work, Shaun has held several CEO positions in not-for-profit organisations, addressing issues from child wellbeing to…

Brittany George September 10, 2019 Podcasts

S1:E5| Heather Price: How Psychological Safety Can Revolutionise Workplace Mental Health

Onto episode five and this week we are shining a spotlight on a leader who has shaped the strategic vision of organisations across the globe on diversity and inclusion. Following a decade of guiding South African organisations on dismantling apartheid…

Brittany George September 3, 2019 Podcasts

S1:E4 | Craig Hamilton: How a Bipolar Episode Triggered the Search for Identity

Craig Hamilton was a high-profile sports broadcaster for the ABC when, in September 2000, on the eve of his assignment for the Sydney Olympic Games, he experienced a major psychotic episode in public that led to him being diagnosed with…

Brittany George September 2, 2019 Mental Health, Mental Health Issues

Unpacking Insurance Coverage For Mental Health Disorders

In Australia, one in five people experience a mental illness, but insurance coverage is still lacking when it comes to treating mental health symptoms. In New Zealand, coverage for mental health is similarly limited. The New Zealand Mental Health Organisation found that 21%…