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Mental Well-being

The Ripple Effect: How Helping Others Boosts Your Own Mental Well-being

Perhaps it was shouting at a friend for coffee, helping an elderly neighbour carry groceries, or even just complimenting a stranger. They were having a miserable day. It’s not only your imagination; helping others will help you to raise your mood. We refer to it as the ripple effect: those little deeds of compassion radiating […]

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Managing Chronic Conditions

Exploring Alternative Therapies For Managing Chronic Conditions

Chronic conditions can have a significant impact on individuals’ quality of life. Traditional medical treatments may provide some relief from the symptoms associated with these long-term illnesses, but they often do not address all elements of managing a chronic condition. As such, many people are turning to alternative therapies as an additional or primary source

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social connections

The Importance Of Maintaining Social Connections In Aged Care

As an aged care social worker/counselor, I have seen firsthand the detrimental effects that isolation and loneliness can have on elderly individuals. As people age, they often experience significant life changes such as retirement, loss of loved ones, decreased mobility and independence, which may lead to a decrease in their social connections. Maintaining social connections

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