Mental health
All of us experience challenges to our mental health; nearly one in two of us will suffer a diagnosable mental health disorder at some stage in our lives. Even with many advances in clinical psychology, Christian faith and experience can offer enormous potential for benefitting people’s lives.
Here you will be able to learn about the most common mental health conditions, how to spot signs and symptoms, and ways to support the mental health of yourself and your loved ones.
Mental health topics
Anxiety
One quarter of all Australians will experience first-hand the sense of dread and lack of control that is anxiety.
Depression
Depression can range from outwardly expressed sadness to a sense of malaise, a general lack of zest or interest in life.
Eating disorders
Eating disorders are more than a diet gone wrong or a lifestyle choice. It is a life-interrupting health crisis.
ADHD
Is one of the most common mental disorders. Symptoms of ADHD include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
Suicide
More common than road fatalities, suicide is the leading cause of death amongst 15–44-year-old Australians.
Trauma
Trauma can cause uncontrollable emotions such as guilt, and make it difficult to copy with everyday stress.
Self-Harm and Self-Injury
Deliberately harming one's own body is a coping behaviour which can develop into a habit that is hard to change.
Suicide
More common than road fatalities, suicide is the leading cause of death amongst 15–44-year-old Australians.
Trauma
Trauma can cause uncontrollable emotions such as guilt, and make it difficult to copy with everyday stress.
Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is a condition in which people experience periods of depression and mania.
Perinatal & Child Mental Health
Pregnancy is an exciting but extremely challenging time, which can put parents at risk of depression and anxiety.
Youth Mental Health
Adolescence is a unique and vulnerable stage of life. Over 75% of mental health conditions develop before the age of 25.
