Men's mental health
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What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness seems to generate a lot of hype nowadays, but what’s it all about? Mindfulness means ‘being present’ and giving your full attention to the moment we’re in.
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How family, friends and carers can help men
Here are some practical tips and tools to help men dealing with mental ill health and emotional issues.
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Cycling - the exercise for positive mental health
While virtually all exercise is beneficial for general, ‘whole body’ health, cycling is especially great for positive mental health.
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Adjusting to retirement
Retirement can be an exciting time in your life, finally having the freedom to pursue your interests, travel, or to simply slow down and enjoy life. However, for some men retirement can be challenging. Here, MensLine Australia explores the issues associated with retirement including the loss of a regular daily work routine and associated sense of purpose.
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Self-care in difficult work roles
Many of us deal with difficult situations at work that can have an impact on our mental health. When our job or volunteer work forces us to deal with especially challenging scenarios, its vital to practice good self-care.
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PTSD - The mental health effects of service
Serving your country is one of the toughest jobs around. For some veterans, ongoing mental health issues means the conflict continues beyond the battlefield.
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Talking about suicide
Talking to someone about your suicidal thoughts can be very difficult. Read on for advice on who you can talk to and what to say.
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Why do I want to end my life?
There are many reasons why people think about ending their lives. Here MensLine Australia looks at some of the common experiences that can lead to people feeling this way, and the support options that are available.
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Helping yourself when feeling suicidal
Feeling as though your life is out of control, and that it will never get better is a common feeling. Here MensLine Australia discusses ways in which you can help yourself through this difficult time.
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Helping a mate who is suicidal
If you’ve noticed a mate of yours is showing signs he may be suicidal, it can challenging. Read on for advice on the warning signs that someone is struggling and how you can help your friend.
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Making a safety plan
A safety plan can help you get through the tough moments when experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings. Research has shown having a safety plan can be useful for reducing the intensity of suicidal thoughts and increasing people’s ability to cope with them.
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