Statistics show 1 in 8 men and 1 in 5 women will experience depression in their lifetime.
World Mental Health Day is marked every year on 10 October, with the overall objective of raising awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilising efforts in support of mental health. The theme for this year’s World Mental Health Day is psychological and mental health first aid and the support people can provide to those in distress.
Across Australia, October is known as mental health month, and this provides a great opportunity to think about our own mental health. When we make our mental health a priority, we are practising self-care which is an important part of our daily living to promote mental fitness and wellbeing.
Articles providing tips and strategies for enhancing mental health and wellbeing can be accessed via the MEGT EAP intranet page, the DTC GreatLife App or eapdirect®.
§ GreatLife App – provides you with access to expert advice, tips and activities. Try the conscious breathing activity to reduce your stress levels! It is available for free download from the Apple Store or Google Play.
§ eapdirect® - health and wellbeing portal, has a range of articles and a library of financial resources and learning programs, podcasts and a series of videos that are also helpful. If it is your first visit to eapdirect®, click on the link provided to register and enter the below case sensitive logins:
Link: www.eapdirect.com
Organisational Name: MEGT (Australia) Ltd
Organisational Token: megtau
Organisational Password: usrkey
The MEGT EAP can be accessed by telephone / face-to-face / video / online counselling and coaching. The telephone number for appointments is 1300 360 364. EAP consultations are strictly confidential and services are funded by MEGT.