Brittany George, Author at The Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association

Brittany George September 25, 2020 Uncategorized

3 Crucial Ways to Manage Your Mental Health

The following article was kindly written and contributed by Lewis Robinson Taking care of your mental health is important – but, where do you start? The average person doesn’t really think about their mental health, and that’s simply because they…

Brittany George September 23, 2020 Uncategorized

Reading Disorder – Symptoms, Types, Diagnosis, & Treatments

Reading disorder is a learning disorder which is characterized by impairments in the accuracy and speed of reading and comprehension to an extent that it interferes with an individual’s academic achievement and day-to-day routines. Reading disorder is commonly known as dyslexia but it is important…

Brittany George September 23, 2020 Uncategorized

Start Sleeping Better to Stay Mentally and Physically Healthy

The following article was kindly written and contributed by Lewis Robinson. Sleep is a vital part of life for everyone. The amount of sleep one needs varies from person to person, but sleep impacts everyone in common more than you…

Brittany George September 18, 2020 Uncategorized

Tips For Living With a Loved One That Struggles With Mental Illness

Living with a significant other, family member, or loved one, can come with its ups and downs. Moreover, if the person you’re living with has a mental illness it can bring a set of new and unfamiliar hardships and possibly…

Brittany George September 18, 2020 Uncategorized

Bipolar Disorder – Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Phases

Understanding bipolar disorder seems difficult at a glance, because it seems to be a combination of symptoms of several psychological disorders. However, bipolar disorder has clear cut, unique characteristics that make this particular mental disorder stand out from the rest. The description to follow…

Brittany George September 18, 2020 Uncategorized

Mental and Emotional Benefits of Physical Activity

We all know that sports and exercise are good for your body. This truth has been told to us time and time again by our teachers, parents, and many others. Physical activity toughens you up and prepares you for the…

Brittany George September 15, 2020 Podcasts

S2:E32 | Dacre Danes: How Bullying Pushed Me to Breaking Point

The psychological impacts of bullying go far beyond hurt feelings – with persistent bullying leading to depression, anxiety and contributing to feelings of suicidal behavior. One man committed to speaking up and speaking out is this week’s guest, Dacre Danes.…

Brittany George September 9, 2020 Uncategorized

Delirium as a Cause for Disorganisation

Delirium is a severe psychological syndrome characterized by attention deficits and generalized disorganised behavior (a cause for disorganisation). Even though, it is not considered as an isolated disorder, its symptoms are clearly definable and include severe cognitive deficits such as the…

Brittany George September 9, 2020 Uncategorized

Exposure Therapy as a Treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Post traumatic stress disorder is an anxiety disorder that is brought about due to exposure to traumatizing situations such as violence, natural disasters, war or abuse, where the physical, sexual, emotional or mental integrity of the victim is jeopardized. In addition, witnessing trauma…

Brittany George September 9, 2020 Uncategorized

Tackling Mental Health Issues with Physical Activities

Physical activities or regular exercise can bless a human body in many ways, from improving heart health to making bones and joints stronger. But do you know that physical exercise can also be beneficial for the well-being of mental health?…