As with physical health, your mental health can be affected by what you eat, how you exercise, and other habits throughout your day. We’ve put together some helpful resources backed by our Bupa health experts for you to return to again and again on your health journey.
Mental health
Living well
Need urgent support?
You’re not alone. If you’re in distress and need to speak to someone, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
If you're unsure which service is right for you, we recommend visiting your GP for advice.
Steps to improving your mental health
Mental health practices
Talking to your GP or a health care professional about how you're feeling can be the first step in living a happier, healthier life. From discussing treatment options to recommending local groups and resources, your doctor can be a great place to start the journey back to feeling well.
Stay active
Exercising for as little as 10 or 15 minutes at a time has been shown to reduce symptoms such as anxiety and depression. From walking the dog, taking a bike ride, having a swim, or doing a yoga class, it all counts and can make a big difference to how we feel.
Eat well
While it may seem more convenient to choose fast food over making a meal at home, in the long run, it can have serious effects on how we feel.
8 ways to start your day right
Prioritise sleep
It can be tricky to change your sleep habits when you’re going through something tough.
If you’re finding it hard to fall asleep, or sleep the full eight hours, it might be time to talk to a health professional about it.
Read about different sleep types
Seeking help
Talking to your GP or a health care professional about how you're feeling can be the first step in living a happier, healthier life. From discussing treatment options to recommending local groups and resources, your doctor can be a great place to start the journey back to feeling well.
More helpful articles
How moving mindfulness can improve your mental health
Does your overactive mind make it hard to feel calm and present? Moving your body can really help.
The therapeutic experience of grounding
Staying in touch with nature can be a therapeutic experience for many people. Turns out, actions such as walking barefoot may have potential health benefits.
The difference between anxiety and depression
With one in five Australians experiencing a mental health condition each year, chances are you know someone experiencing depression or anxiety – or perhaps experience symptoms yourself.
Relaxation tips for busy people
We’ve put together 7 quick and easy relaxation tips and stress management techniques to help you get relaxed (and stay relaxed) in just 10 minutes.
Help for mental health problems
Looking for mental health support? Check out this guide to find out what services are available and how to get help, and figure out what works for you.
Symptoms of depression
Depression can look different for everyone, so we spoke to a psychologist to find out how recognise the symptoms of depression and where to go to get help.
Are you in need of urgent support?
We've put together a list of services for free support that's relevant to where you live, and what you're going through.
Discover free online treatment programs
This Way Up is an online program to learn practical tips for managing mental health. It’s a new way to do therapy from the comfort of your own home.
Bupa members can access one free mental health and wellbeing treatment program.
These resources are not intended to be a comprehensive list or to represent that Bupa endorses any specific health practitioner or program. Everyone’s health journey is individual and health outcomes can vary from person to person. These resources are also not intended to be a replacement for personalised and specific medical, healthcare or other professional advice. If you have any concerns about your health, see your doctor or other health professional.