Mental Health Services over the Holidays
Support you over the holiday period
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Self-Care at Christmas and the Holidays
Looking after yourself during the busiest time of the year.
Why we often get sick when the holidays arrive - and how to stay well
Stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline keep you going during high-pressure times, but prolonged stress weakens immunity. When holidays arrive and stress drops, your immune system temporarily dips, creating an opening for viruses.
Wellbeing and connection: The power of being a good friend
To recognise Mental Health Month, we are sharing this article to highlight how strong friendships support mental wellbeing, connection, and resilience.
Pushing through anxiety with courage – what we can learn from professional athletes
Anxiety is a normal emotion. Everyone feels anxious at times, because our brains have evolved to prepare us to face all kinds of risks, and keep us safe. When we do something that is challenging and scary, for example, public speaking, we notice anxiety and fear can naturally affect our thinking/cognitions, our body sensations and physical reactions, and our behaviour.