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We all know that sleep is important – experts recommend adults get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep a night. But did you know that sleep is like your own personal superpower? Human beings are the only animals on earth able to sleep for as long as we do…
Understanding anxiety is something we can all benefit from, as it impacts 1 in 4 Australians. Have a think about this next time you’re walking along your town’s main street. There are likely to be people you see regularly in your local community who struggle with anxiety. Despite being common,…
Stress management is something we all need to practise from time to time. It’s normal to feel stress – life is challenging and we all have different responsibilities and pressures to cope with. Parenting is one responsibility which can be highly stressful. You’re in charge of a whole human being…
Good communication is integral to forming healthy relationships with family and friends. It’s also valuable to use when we want to express our thoughts, ideas and emotions. Additionally, it supports the interactions we have with people around us, such as workmates and neighbours. We practise communication at every age and…
If you haven’t connected with a psychologist or counsellor before, you might be a little unsure what to expect in your first appointment. To help you prepare and feel at ease, here’s a heads up on what you might chat about during the session. A typical session will include three…
It’s easy for us to feel overwhelmed by life…just one thing may help you. Our days can be full of choices, decisions, responsibilities and options…Phew! When we get overwhelmed we can feel stuck and struggle to see things clearly and with perspective, so here’s a simple activity that can help…
Life’s roadblocks create the opportunity for us to change and overcome challenges. Some of us can navigate life’s roadblocks in the same way we navigate roadworks. We slow down a bit. Pay attention to the new path. Try a detour. We keep on going – even if we can’t see…
We’re committed to reducing staff turnover through an innovative workforce model. Outback Futures’ team includes a range of specialists: occupational therapists, speech therapists, literacy and learning professionals, counsellors and psychologists. These teams provide regular, accessible support to people living on properties or in remote communities through the Stay with Me…
Are you looking for good mental health support? For many of us, it takes a good dose of courage to seek help. So, when we work up the guts to talk with someone and it’s not helpful or a positive experience, it can be easy to think ‘that was useless,…
Ever wondered why you’ll see our Outback Futures utes out and about, but no Outback Futures buildings? We know what works for people in cities and larger regional centres often doesn’t work in the bush. Outback Futures telehealth is one solution that’s making a difference. That’s why we’ve listened and talked…