Brookvale Psychology

08/09/2022

R U OK?

Why is this such an important question to ask?

Being able to discuss our feelings and concerns with trusted people in our lives is incredibly important. Below are 3 reasons why the 3 words R U OK? matters so much:

(1) Experiencing emotional distress is hard enough - yet being all alone with it can make it so much harder. Asking R U OK? can reduce the loneliness of emotional pain. And, as the old saying goes, a problem shared is a problem halved.
(2) Asking this important question can also open the opportunity for meaningful conversations for someone to share what’s on their mind which may just begin the process of change. And by asking the simple question R U OK? it shows that you care. Feeling cared for can make a huge difference to someone who might be emotionally struggling.
(3) And last but not least asking R U OK? could just be the catalyst which is needed to encourage someone to reach out for professional assistance such as talking to a GP or psychologist.
So give it a go. You never know – it could just change a life or even possibly save it.

READ MORE HERE.....

https://www.brookvalepsychology.com.au/new-blog/2022/9/8/r-u-ok

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We can all remember a time when we would have preferred to chew off an arm than start on a dreaded assignment or task. Turns out you are not alone, with researching suggesting that as many as 70% of students struggle with procrastination. Procrastination is widely known to be an anxiety provoking process, so why then do we do it?

Written by Erin Kelso
Clinical Psychology Registrar
https://www.brookvalepsychology.com.au/erin-kelso

https://www.brookvalepsychology.com.au/new-blog/2022/8/18/how-can-i-stop-procrastinating

We can all remember a time when we would have preferred to chew off an arm than start on a dreaded assignment or task. Turns out you are not alone, with researching suggesting that as many as 70% of students struggle with procrastination. Procrastination is widely known to be an anxiety provoking pr

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As COVID-19 significantly restricts our ability to interact with each other, learning ways to deal with loneliness, social isolation & anxiety are important. This free online event is an excellent opportunity to get advice from Psychologists and other experts in loneliness and social isolation.
*Thursday 23rd April @ 8pm*

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, APS psychologists and other experts in loneliness and social isolation have come together to offer Australians advice to deal with their feelings of loneliness, isolation and anxiety at this time. Register for this free public event, hosted by the Australian Psychological Society on Thursday 23 April 2020, 8pm AEST. Register now: https://psychology.org.au/Loneliness-socialisolation-event

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https://www.strongfitnessmag.com.au/health/how-to-cope-with-anxiety-when-youre-alone-on-valentines-day/?fbclid=IwAR3kJ9oo1ZjujcfyZWfFob0j91SGqG57Lby6I7u5hKnmWNCkwecaBBxlVbY

Is Valentine's Day making you feel unhappy and alone? Whether you're single or in a relationship, here's how to combat the lonliness and anxiety.

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By Jared DeFife - It’s time for a new year and a new you, right? Unfortunately, some old acquaintances aren’t too soon forgotten, and our bad habits tend to follow us into the New Year. Rather than try to change them outright, New York Times reporter and bestselling author Charles Duhigg says we...

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https://psychlopaedia.org/top-tips/10-ways-to-help-your-mental-health/

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http://www.brookvalepsychology.com.au/new-blog/2018/10/8/world-mental-health-day-10th-october

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R U OK day today- Excellent tips on how to reach out and check in with those around you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8B5ESnyQZXs&feature=youtu.be

ALEC talks us through how to ask R U OK? at Work. Learn more at www.ruok.org.au/work This resource was developed with the support of the QBE Foundation.

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