Vision Counselling has extensive experience in treating depression and can offer a range of therapies to find relief from depression and anxiety. The methods of treatment for depression and anxiety can vary from case to case but working with a professional to find the right treatment for you can help you to discover new coping … Read more
Coping with the change It is a huge change becoming a parent for the first time and also after each newborn child. While your newborn brings much joy to the immediate and extended family, there will undoubtedly be times when the going gets tough. As time moves on, particularly during the first 12 months after … Read more
For many women and their families, having a baby is the most significant life-changing event they will ever experience. Pregnancy and early parenthood depression and anxiety can happen at any time – but we know women are more likely to experience these during pregnancy and the year following birth. Postnatal depression (PND) is a common … Read more
Support in bipolar disorder recovery is important. People with bipolar disorder do better when they have support from family members and friends. Those whose loved ones are involved and supportive tend to recover more quickly, experience fewer manic and depressive episodes, and have milder symptoms. Tips for coping with bipolar disorder in the family Accept … Read more
Exercise has been known to provide a vast variety of benefits, boosting both physical and psychological wellbeing. It has positive effects on mood, self-esteem, happiness, and wellbeing by increasing the feel-good chemicals in the brain called endorphins (dopamine and serotonin). This release has also been associated with the prevention of, management and treatment of depression. Exercise … Read more
A person may be experiencing symptoms of depression if, for more than two weeks, he or she has felt sad, down or miserable most of the time or has lost interest or pleasure in usual activities. Depression can affect thoughts, feelings, behaviour and physical health. It’s important to note that everyone experiences some of these … Read more
Depression impacts 1 in 5 Australians at some stage during their lifetime and it is often difficult to know how to help someone who needs treatment for depression. The depression may be a reaction to a negative life event, for example the loss of a job, however it may also be a more severe clinical depression. Whatever … Read more
Christmas is supposed to be a time of joy and happiness. But not everyone feels happy at Christmas. Special Holidays like Christmas can make depression even harder to bear. These are all things that can make you feel worse and are likely to come to the forefront at Christmas time: Family tensions Loneliness Isolation Money … Read more
Retirement is a time, for most people, of looking forward to more freedom, more leisure time and maybe even time to enjoy all those hobbies you have always wanted to take up! Although retirement can be all of this and more, it can also be a time of loss. Loss of work/career Loss of work … Read more
At its worst, depression can be a frightening, debilitating condition. Millions of people around the world live with depression. Many of these individuals and their families are afraid to talk about their struggles, and don’t know where to turn for help. However, depression is largely preventable and treatable. Recognizing depression and seeking help is the … Read more
