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Depression is a dangerous affliction that can easily take over a person’s life. Luckily, it can be overcome. If you feel that you or someone close to you is going through a rough time and might be suffering from depression, there are some steps you can take to help you on your path towards a healthier life. It is important to remember that healing takes time, so start small and keep at it every day. Here are some things you can do to begin taking control of your depression. Reach out to friends and loved ones Suffering from depression can…

All of us experience stress at one time or another, and while a little stress is actually helpful in getting you to meet your daily and long-term objectives, too much stress can be harmful. This is true in the workplace as well, and if you feel that your stress levels have started getting the better of you, you should do something about it sooner rather than later. Here are some ideas to help you deal with and manage your stress at work. Reach out to others Very often, the best way to deal with your stress is to reach out…

Most of us have been raised to believe that a relationship is a long-term commitment that just seems to work out between two people. The actual truth is that any successful relationship requires couples to work together on a continuous basis. Luckily most issues within a relationship can be fixed, as long as both parties are committed to each other and willing to work on their problems. If you need professional help, a couples counsellor will also be able to give you constructive and unbiased feedback. Here are questions you need to ask yourself and your partner regarding whether you…

According to various studies, most notably one conducted by the University of Sydney, a large number of Australian law students, solicitors and barristers tend to exhibit levels of distress that are significantly higher than that of the normal the rest of the country. In this post, we’ll discuss the most common reasons why legal professionals experience higher levels of stress, and what can possibly be done to overcome it. A cynical industry According to most lawyers, regardless of the specialisation they focus on, they will normally come face to face with the cynical nature of human kind. Family lawyers will…

People tend to think that anxiety is a very specific set of behaviours that are easily identifiable. However, the truth is the opposite. Sometimes the symptoms of anxiety are difficult to spot, and don’t develop at the same time. This means that you might be suffering from anxiety without fully understanding what is going on, or why you are feeling the way you do. To help you identify and deal with anxiety, we’ve compiled some points to consider: The symptoms Feeling anxious comes with a range of accompanying emotions. You might feel on edge, or just experience a vague sense…

Most people don’t realise it, but the internet, or more precisely, internet activities like online gaming, pornography and even excessive time spent on your favourite social media channel, can become addictive. Unfortunately, many people don’t realise or don’t want to admit that they have a browsing problem, which is placing tremendous strain on their relationships with their loved ones. If you feel that you’re suffering from internet addiction, or have a loved one you suspect is struggling with it, you can implement these tips to help curb and eventually overcome the addiction. No internet when going to sleep Make sure…

When we have a sore tooth that keeps getting worse, we book an appointment to see a dentist. And when we realise that a nasty cough isn’t responding to over-the-counter medications, we visit the family GP right away. So why is it that so many Australians fail to seek help from a psychologist when experiencing problems that could benefit from therapy? Despite the fact that most individuals could benefit from visiting a psychologist, many of us still believe that psychology is only for treating major mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and the like. So how can you tell if you…

Do you remember what it was like to enter university for the first time? While you no doubt remember making new friends, studying something new, and of course partying, you might have forgotten how stressful the experience can be. Moving into campus without knowing anyone and having to manage your own studying/eating/sleeping schedule can take a while getting used to. If you know someone who’ll be attending university for the first time, here’s how you can check to see if they’re coping, and what you should do if you suspect they aren’t. A recent report released by the National Centre…

According to statistics taken from the AHPRA website (2016), there are approximately 28,000 fully qualified psychologists in Australia. Of that, approximately 8,000 reside in Victoria. In addition to psychologists, there are numerous other mental health practitioners including social workers, psychiatrists, counsellors and mental health nurses.  With a numerous array of practitioners to choose from – how do you know which one is right for you? Psychological treatment can be expensive; the recommended fee for psychologists is $241.00 for a 46-60min appointment.  If a person sees their psychologist 15 times in a year, it means they will have spent $3615.00 on…

Published on Wednesday, 6th October 2015 by Dr. Qusai Hussain & Nisa Muhammad As part of Psychology Melbourne Week, Psylegal is hosting information sessions to increase awareness about the role of Psychology in tackling the growing problem of Domestic Violence. This event will provide information about anger management melbourne to interested professionals on it's new assessment and treatment program for Domestic Violence which includes Intimate Partner Violence and Adolescent Violence in the Home. We have also developed a Screening Tool that will assist frontline professionals such as Lawyers, Doctors, Mental Health Professionals and Social Workers to identify individuals at risk of…