Psychological Health

A number of factors can impact on an individual's psychological health and wellbeing, including their personal relationships, job satisfaction, financial issues, social determinants, environmental factors and family history.

Below are some general tips to help optimise your psychological health:

• Ensure you have adequate sleep (7-8 hours per night)
• Be physically active (30 minutes per day 5 times a week)
• Eat a healthy, balanced diet
• Stay connected with your family and friends
• Take regular time-out (from a short walk to a holiday)
• Get outdoors - go for a walk outside or sit and relax under a tree
• Try meditating and breathing exercises
• Be kind to yourself and kind to others