
Head to Health is committed to providing Australians with trusted information and digital supports to help support everyone's mental health and wellbeing during this pandemic.
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Across Australia people are feeling anxious - which is a completely normal reaction to the uncertainty we are facing around the impacts of COVID19. Importantly, as long as this anxiety does not become overwhelming, it can be channelled into positive actions to help us cope and maintain our wellbeing.
Key at this time is looking after ourselves and those around us. It is especially important that we are checking in with people who have an existing mental health issue. If anxiety becomes overwhelming it can lead to feelings of hopelessness and depression. Thankfully, there are actions we can all take to strengthen personal wellbeing and assist others.
Remember these are not new skills for veterans and their families. Service members and families face change and challenges throughout their service career. This is about refocusing coping strategies to face a new challenge.
There are strategies we can all use to strengthen our resilience and maintain our mental health, including:
If you are struggling to use these strategies it can help to talk to someone. You can call Open Arms 24/7 on 1800 011 064. We're happy to have a chat about the different hints and ideas that might work for you.
Tips from www.phoenixaustralia.org for self and family care
The Conversation - Staying connected
ABC - How to look after your mental health when working from home
ABC - Online support during the coronavirus
The Guardian - Social media games entertaining the masses
Australian Psychological Society - Maintaining your mental health during social isolation
Coronavirus Health Information Line, available 24/7 on 1800 020 080.
Australian Government Department of Health's website at health.gov.au
Head to Health is committed to providing Australians with trusted information and digital supports to help support everyone's mental health and wellbeing during this pandemic.
See: Head to health