Community services for people living with Borderline Personality Disorder (...
So I just found out about some programs in the community for those living with BPD. Includes carers groups, creative spaces, self-help, games and information. A […]
Mental Health
The role of lifestyle factors in mental health
Your habits in relation to exercise, diet, sleep and smoking impact your physical and mental health. We don’t always think about the second of these (mental […]
City of Marion Safe Space Project Launch
Lessons learned from the voice of young people in the community have the potential to inform how we promote good mental health in the university. This […]
Pathways to Happiness program at Greater Good Science Center
The Greater Good Science Center are testing their new Pathways to Happiness Program and it might be a good option for those wishing to focus on […]
I was recently reminded of two excellent online mental health resources
The range of mental health supports accessible through your phone, laptop and computer is actually quite mindboggling. Being familiar with some of the better ones is […]
ABC News on a bit of a health bender at the moment
When the busyness of the academic year subsides a little, what will you turn your attention to? If it is health, ABC News might be a […]
What if my self-care routine isn't working
The idea of self-care seems simple on the surface. Do things to be healthier and happier. But its more complex than that and in this post, […]
Mental Health Month - Stay Well, Study Well - seminar by Medibank
The combination of Mental Health Month and upcoming exams is a good time to remind yourself of healthy and mentally healthy daily practices to manage stress. […]
Student Wellbeing Survey extended to 7th October 😯
Student participation in the Student Wellbeing Survey is just starting to ramp up, so the survey team has decided to extend the survey period to the […]
Taking registrations for the last Be Well Plan for the year
Last chance to do the Be Well Plan for 2022!! This is a one-day version on the 21st October at Oasis Community Centre. Details in post. […]
Still some spaces left for the Blended Mental Health First Aid courses
Some places remain for Mental Health First Aid training courses in 2022. If you are thinking of doing this training, these are your last opportunities for […]
Orygen Digital study seeking young people who have experienced mental healt...
Participating in research studies is one way to gain access to therapeutic programs. In this post, I share a program being offered by Orygen Digital, a […]
The small things you do on a daily basis can positively influence your ment...
If you’ve heard me speak on the topic of mental health, you know I talk a lot about mentally healthy habits. A recent piece of research […]
A good meditation focused blog/newsletter
If you are wondering whether a regular meditative practice might be of value to you, the Ten Percent newsletter is a no-cost option to get started. […]
More Mental Health First Aid Sessions announced
More Mental Health First Aid training has been announced! Details in post. Reading time ~ under a minute. When we last posted on the availability of […]
Expand your health service options with Flinders Community Clinics
Access low-cost and free health services by considering Flinders Community Clinics. Reading time ~ 1 minute. When students think about health services at Flinders, their […]
Resilience can be built and we can show you how
Overview: The modern student confronts many challenges and pressures. Managing those challenges and pressures requires psychological tools. We have a program at HCDS & Oasis that […]
Men's health activities at the Hub on the 6th June from 11am to 2pm 🏃...
Overview: Men’s health week is being celebrated on Flinders campus (the Hub) on the 6th June. Details in post. Activities, prizes, giveaways and more. Reading time […]
Second Mental Fitness Workshop for the year - bonus face-to-face 🏋️...
Overview: My next Mental Fitness Workshop is on the 6th June at the Oasis Community Centre! Come along and learn about how we train our minds. […]
5 Flinders services that students with ADHD might benefit from
Overview: 5 Flinders based support recommendations for students with a diagnosis of ADHD. Reading time ~ 4 minutes. A staff member recently asked me about services […]
Access this free mental heath and resilience program kicking off May 13th
Overview: The Be Well Plan is a training program that equips students with skills to grow their mental health and cope during difficult times. In this […]
Invest in your mental health in May
Overview: The Be Well Plan is an evidence-based mental health and resilience program offered free to Flinders students. The next one kicks off 13th May and […]
Come join the 2022 Wellbeing Ambassador team
Overview: Sarah from Oasis contacted me and said they are still looking for some additional Wellbeing Ambassadors for the 2022 year. Details in the post. Applications […]
How do I start making improvements in my life?
Overview: Enhancing one’s life is a process of making incremental improvements across different areas of life. In this post, familiarise yourself with the different areas of […]