Monash University has recently launched the Balance Intensity Scale website. Over six years, a research team led by Dr Mel Farlie from the Department of Physiotherapy at Monash University working in conjunction with the Physiotherapy...
Every year, R U OK? Day is a reminder to check in on your colleagues and loved ones. This year, more than ever, it is important to have those conversations with those around you. COVID-19 poses a...
It is important to look after our mental and physical wellbeing, especially in times of stress and anxiety. It is easy to fall into undesirable sleeping patterns, which can have a significant impact on your overall health. Sleep plays a vital role in...
We are all adapting to a new way of doing things and for some people this means working from home. It can be difficult adjusting to a new working environment, particularly one which may be...
Between one third to half of healthcare workers will experience emotional fatigue. The nature of our job makes us more susceptible to this kind of fatigue. There are different types of emotional fatigue, some of which we may not even realise we are...
This year we celebrate Mental Health Week between 5 and 11 October and the much-loved annual art competition is back after a year’s hiatus. The competition is open to all past and present consumers, families, carers and Mental Health Program employees and we invite you to submit...
The 2020 Workplace Wellness Festival is being conducted online this year on 18 and 19 August. The Festival brings together more than 120 experts and is an opportunity to meet people who are changing the...
In a time where the community is relying heavily on healthcare workers, it is normal to feel anxious or stressed. While we may be short on time, it is important to try to create opportunities to practise self-care as...
After an extra week of school holidays, prep to year 10 students in Metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire returned to flexible and remote learning on Monday, 20 July 2020. Year 11 and 12 students, as well as year...
COVID-19 has brought some fresh challenges for children and adolescents. Not only do these challenges have an impact on their health and wellbeing, they also have the potential to affect their familial relationships and friendships. It is...