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Brittany George January 15, 2021 health, health and well-being

6 Ways to Have More Energy Throughout the Day

When you’ve got a lot to do over the course of a day, you can’t have your energy levels fading in and out. Feeling your best and doing your best work requires that you adopt habits that promote consistent energy…

Brittany George December 14, 2020 health and well-being

The Psychological Impacts of Heart Conditions

An estimated 1.2 million Australian adults had a condition related to heart or vascular disease in 2017-2018, many of whom were over the age of 75. People with physiological conditions such as diabetes have high psychological distress, and often develop mental health conditions such…

Brittany George November 27, 2020 health

Mood Swings & Diabetes Distress: How Diabetes Affects Mental Health

Diabetes and poor mental health often go hand in hand. In fact, 43.4% of Australian adults with diabetes have medium, high or very high psychological distress, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reveals. The physical symptoms of diabetes can cause mood…

Brittany George October 14, 2020 health and well-being

Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle with a Physical Disability

The following article was kindly written and contributed by Lewis Robinson. There are many factors that go into maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Having a physical disability can present an additional challenge when it comes to your overall wellbeing. Read on…

Brittany George October 9, 2020 Mental Health

The Effects of Depression on Your Overall Health

Depression is a mental health condition suffered by more than 264 million people globally. The condition is primarily associated with emotional symptoms such as sadness, guilt or a sense of despair, as well as an inability to focus or perform…

Brittany George April 16, 2020 Mental Health

How to Trick Yourself into Loving Your Workout

Exercising, although very important, is not really everyone’s favorite activity. Even though people understand all the benefits of exercising, some of them simply don’t like doing it. As you know, if you’re making yourself do something you don’t quite enjoy,…

Brittany George April 6, 2020 Mental Health, Self-Care

10 Self Care Activities Instead Of Scrolling On Social Media

Thanks to the advent of technology, it is a world of apps and social media that are teeming with exciting but sometimes distracting content. Rather than ponder over social media all day, you can invest your time in self-care activities…

Brittany George March 13, 2020 Mental Health, treatment

5 Reasons Why Highly Sensitive People Should Practice Yoga to Improve Mental Health

There are anywhere from 15 to 20% of the population who are known as Highly Sensitive People (HSP) who have a sensory processing trait that results in them feeling emotions more intensely and deeply than others. Highly sensitive people would…

Brittany George May 31, 2019 anxiety, depression, depression in women, Mental Health, well-being

Endometriosis Symptoms Contribute to Poor Mental Health and Wellbeing

Recent statistics from a study by the Monash University Behavioural Science Laboratory have revealed that women with endometriosis have poor mental health and wellbeing. Women with endometriosis reported moderate levels of depression, anxiety and stress and poorer self-reported wellbeing than…

Brittany George October 15, 2018 health, health and well-being, Mental Health

How Doing What You Love Can Improve Your Mental Health

Mental health problems, although sadly widespread, are manageable with some help. Engaging in enjoyable activities, like hobbies or sports, is associated with lower blood pressure, less stress, and higher levels of both psychological and physical function. There are small changes you…