Good mental health is just as vital to our overall health and wellbeing as nutrition and exercise.
Key points
- If something doesn't feel like it should, either physically or mentally, make an appointment to see your GP.
- If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your financial situation, get in touch with a financial counsellor or financial adviser as soon as possible to discuss how to get back in control.
- If you’re finding your current situation overwhelming, get in touch with a mental health professional to talk things through.
Low scores in any of your wellbeing factors can identify areas of particular concern for you right now. Taking action and getting some professional advice is a good way to map out how you can make some changes and see improvements.
It might be your general health or feeling anxious about the future. You might not feel as connected to your community as you’d like, or you’re feeling dissatisfied with the state of your personal relationships. You might even feel like you’re moving backwards.
If something doesn't feel like it should, either physically or mentally, make an appointment to see your GP.
By taking some steps to understand why you might be feeling this way, you can help alleviate these negative feelings and get your overall wellbeing back on track.
Where to find help
Financial help
More than just the roof over your head, we understand how your financial wellbeing and the opportunities available to you can play a big part in your overall sense of satisfaction.
We believe in the importance of investing the time to understand you and your unique financial goals. Taking steps to prepare for a stable, secure and rewarding tomorrow can boost your wellbeing today.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your financial situation, get in touch with a financial counsellor or financial adviser as soon as possible to discuss how to get back in control.
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Mental health help
Good mental health is just as vital to our overall health and wellbeing as nutrition and exercise.
If you’re finding your current situation overwhelming, get in touch with a mental health professional to talk things through.
Some free mental health resources are listed below:
Lifeline - Lifeline 13 11 14 confidential service is staffed by trained volunteer telephone counsellors 24 hours a day, any day of the week. For further information on counsellors and mental health information in your local area, visit www.lifeline.org.au.
Sane Australia - Call the SANE Helpline on freecall 1800 187 263 or visit www.sane.org for information and advice on mental illness and related issues.
Beyondblue - the national depression initiative, where you can find more information on depression and anxiety, effective treatments and how to help someone. Visit beyondblue.org.au or call the 24-hour information line on 1300 224 636. (Please note beyondblue is not a health service or crisis service.)
Black Dog Institute - The Black Dog Institute strives to make a positive change in mental health research, education and innovation. Visit blackdoginstitute.org.au for more information. (Please note Black Dog is not a health service or crisis service.)
Disclaimer: Information provided in this article is of a general nature. Australian Unity accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of any of the opinions, advice, representations or information contained in this publication. Readers should rely on their own advice and enquiries in making decisions affecting their own health, wellbeing or interest. Interviewee titles and employer are cited as at the time of interview and may have changed since publication.
