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Welcome to Schizophrenia Awareness Week! This week we’ll be sharing a few facts about Schizophrenia as well as a couple of apps that we have found that might be useful.

This is a long-term mental illness affects about 1.5% people around Australia. People normally start to show symptoms in their teen years or early 20’s. These symptoms can be split into a few different groups that can be identified through individual traits.

Did you guys know that having a neutral person to talk to can make a huge difference in your mental health?

Whether that person is a family member, friend, or a professional listener talking can have a significant effect if you’re feeling anxious, disconnected or are grieving for a loss.

If you’re thinking about finding someone to help you through a tough time, we have collected a list of things to consider that may help with the decision.

With everyone going through their own storms through the last few months it has been easy for us to feel like we are going through the motion without being able to relate to what we are doing. It is that mental and emotional detachment that can make us feel more isolated and alone than ever.

Did you know that about 45% of people in Australia have been affected by mental illness at some point in their life?

This amazing mum has shared her story on how she helped her daughter through the onset of mental

I read this great article recently called ‘The difference between a disorder and a feeling’. The author talked about how anxiety is within the range of the human experience. We all experience anxiety many times in different situations. But how do we know when we’re stressed about a presentation at work or an actual disorder?

TeamHEALTH offers TeamTALK to support all Territorians during these unique and challenging times

Call 1800 832 600

With the current uncertainty around the world it's normal to be feeling a little confused, upset or even worried right now. here are a few ideas that might help you feel a bit more in control or maybe just distracted if that's what you need.

We hope you are all keeping safe and well during these uncertain times.

In response to COVID-19 we would like to provide the following information.

With more and more of us facing the reality of working from home and social distancing it is critical to remember to make time for our mental health. We have some tips here that we think will help.

Did you know that mental health conditions contribute to 16.3% of burden of disease in the Northern Territory? This is compared with 7.4% (NTCOSS, 2019). NT residents also experience the highest rate of mental health related emergency department visits nationally.

The theme for 2020 is ‘Each for Equal’. We are each responsible for our own thoughts and actions – this year’s theme is about using those thoughts and actions to challenge stereotypes, bias, educate ourselves and improve situations for everyone in our community.