Maintaining good mental health during times when we are experiencing a lot of disruption and change can be hard. Fortunately there are a lot of great resources available to help you through.
We’ve distilled a lot of the things we’ve been reading into our five favourite things you can do to help stay grounded …
- ROUTINE – stick to your usual routine as much as possible, even if you’re in isolation
- PERSPECTIVE – take a break from the news and don’t pay attention to the feel good stories too
- TRUST – when you do feel like you need some news stick to just one or two trusted sources
- CONNECTION – put in place some strategies for staying connected to people who are helpful to your well being
- MINDFULNESS – keep doing the things that you enjoy, that help you stay calm and focussed on the present
If you do find that you need some extra help, don’t be shy about reaching out.
Two Two One
Two Two One is a Darwin based mental health charity whose mission is to deliver knowledgeable and innovative mental health services to the Northern Territory.Two Two One has developed some great resources for supporting mental health during changing times. You can find their Surviving #Iso series of 10 videos on both Youtube and Facebook.
Video topics include:
- Managing Bad Habits
- Staying Connected to Community
- Staying Motivated
- Relationships
They also have some FREE printable and shareable posters to help adults and young people manage and reframe feelings available on their website.
Headspace
Headspace supports young Australians and their families to be mentally healthy and engaged in their communities.
Headspace Darwin is currently operating regular hours and they are still taking referrals. At this time they are recommending people take advantage of their online and phone services if they are able. Find more information visit:
Headspace Darwin Facebook
How to cope with stress related to Coronavirus (includes downloadable info sheet)
Helplines
Need to talk to someone? Try one of these 24/7 helplines:
- Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
- Headspace 1800 650 890
- MindSpot 1800 614 434
- Beyondblue 1300 224 636
- Lifeline 13 11 14
- NT Mental Health Line 1800 682 288
- National Indigenous Critical Response Service (NICRS) 1800 805 801
Other Helpful Services
- Lifeline Text 0477 131 114 (5.30pm – 11.30pm ACST 7 days a week)
- Head to Health – online directory to help you find the digital mental health resources that best suit your situation
- Bite Back – online course for young people who want to build their resilience