Psychology

4 ways to reduce anxiety in uncertain times

Human behaviour expert Joe Pane shares four effective strategies to reduce anxiety and navigate uncertainty with confidence.

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World Mental Health Day: Why it matters and how to take action

On World Mental Health Day, and every day, taking steps to prioritise and support your own mental health and that of those around you, is an important consideration.

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Why Am I Miserable? How to Shake It Off and Reclaim Your Joy

Feeling miserable can strike at any time, and it’s often hard to pinpoint exactly why. Maybe it’s stress, a sense of overwhelm, or just life’s relentless grind catching up.

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Wellness pressure actually causing wellbeing ‘burnout’ says new report

Athleisure company Lululemon has released its fourth annual Global Wellbeing Report with some surprising results about our desire to be well.

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Study shows how a woman’s brain reorganizes during pregnancy

Pregnancy triggers vast changes in a woman’s body – hormonal, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary and more. And, as a new study reveals, the brain undergoes major changes too, some fleeting and others more enduring.

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CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health issues – but here’s why it may not suit everyone

Imagine seeking help for anxiety, only to find that your treatment makes you feel worse.

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How to know when it’s time to start therapy

Therapy can help you understand why you think, feel, or act how you do.

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Turn Stress Around: Finding the Silver Lining in Life’s Biggest Bugbear

Feeling overly busy, tired and irritable? Eating too much or too little? These are all 
signs we may be suffering from the bugbear of modern life: stress. But what if there 
was a positive way to look at stress? Psychologist, Dr. Mary Grogan investigates.

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Just 8 minutes of TikTok ‘thinspiration’ content is enough to affect body image

Nearly half of Australian young people are dissatisfied with the way their body looks.

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Is your smartwatch making you anxious? Wearables can lead people to stress more about their health

Wearable trackers and monitors (such as smartwatches) are increasingly popular and sophisticated.

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Expert shares four coping strategies for dealing with anxiety

Recognising your triggers can help you better cope with anxiety.

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Debunking 5 myths about antidepressants

During my work as a clinical psychologist and neurobiologist, I have spoken with many individuals who are considering taking antidepressant medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

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Why we snap at people when we get “hangry”

Eat well and on time to avoid hanger turning you into a grump, say researchers.

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New research shows small lifestyle changes are linked to differences in teen mental health over time

Judging by recent headlines and policy ideas, you might think screen time is the only lifestyle behaviour influencing teen wellbeing.

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Psychologist explains the calming effects of gardening

Gardening can help reduce your stress levels.

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What is ‘breathwork’? And do I need to do it?

From “breathwork recipes” to breathing techniques, many social media and health websites are recommending breathwork to reduce stress.

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Reinvigorate your life: Simple steps to start fresh and find fulfilment

Simple ways to start again and rebuild your life – the way you want it to be.

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Not quite an introvert or an extrovert? Maybe you’re an ambivert

Our personalities are generally thought to consist of five primary factors: openness to experience, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness and neuroticism, with each of us ranking low to high for each.

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Here’s why you may not be getting the benefits you expected from mindfulness

You’ve probably seen the word mindfulness everywhere these days, from the news, to magazines, to social media.

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Why we self-sabotage and how to prevent it

Sometimes we can be our own worst enemy. Human behaviour expert Joe Pane delves into the psychological intricacies of self-sabotage and outlines strategies to overcome these patterns.

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Why ‘worry time’ is important for better mental health

Why scheduling ‘worry time’ could be the ultimate stress-buster.

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Stuck in a rut? Top tips to transform your life and rediscover your best self

Try these top tips to get to where you want to be.

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Mediterranean diet can ease symptoms of stress and anxiety, study finds

You’ve probably heard about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet on your health – it’s already recommended to reduce the risks of bowel cancer, heart disease and dementia.

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6 ways to feel better instantly

Life can be frantic, but these simple take-outs will have you feeling great without too much effort. Try them to increase your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.

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